Aryna Sabalenka and several other leading players ended their pre-tournament French Open press conferences early as part of a protest on the Grand Slams over their share of prize money.
Aryna Sabalenka's early exit from the Italian Open and subsequent injury have cast doubt on her form heading into the French Open.
Sorana Cirstea earned one of the biggest victories of her career when she rallied to defeat top seed Aryna Sabalenka in three sets at the Italian Open on Saturday.
Aryna Sabalenka has issued a warning that top players could boycott Grand Slams as a row over prize money involving the sport's four biggest tournaments escalates.
Hailey Baptiste produced a remarkable upset in the Madrid Open quarter-finals, saving six match points to defeat world number one and defending champion Aryna Sabalenka 2-6, 6-2, 7-6 (8-6).
Elena Rybakina suffered a shock fourth round loss at the 2026 Madrid Open, and the defeat has dented her prospects of catching world No 1 Aryna Sabalenka.