Paula Badosa shared her perspective on why she remains happy despite her recent loss to Aryna Sabalenka at the French Open. Reflecting on a challenging year, Badosa expressed gratitude for being able to compete again.
“One year ago, they gave me one of the worst news of my career, and I had to stop playing tennis for many months. I watched this tournament from the couch with a lot of pain and without knowing what the future held for me,” Badosa recounted.
Her return to the French Open marked a significant milestone in her recovery. “A year after, I had the opportunity to play again in front of all of you. It’s been a very difficult journey, but I had the best people by my side during this period,” she said.
Badosa credited her team, family, and fans for their unwavering support during her toughest moments. “I wanted to thank my team, family, and fans for being there at my toughest moments,” she noted.
Despite the loss, Badosa remains positive and grateful. “After all, I take the positives of this week and am really grateful to be back at Roland Garros. Life is not easy, but it’s beautiful. See you soon,” she concluded.
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Paula Badosa in 2024
LWWWWLWWWW Ranked world no.139, Badosa played her last match on the 1st of June when she capitulated to world no.2 Aryna Sabalenka 7-5 6-1 in the 3rd round of the French Open (draw).
Presently, during this year the Spaniard has managed to achieve a compiled 11-11 win-loss record.
Paula Badosa |
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