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Sports · Tennis · published 2026-09-05 · via Sports Illustrated

Sabalenka Calls Out Marijuana Smell During US Open Match

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Aryna Sabalenka defeated Kamilla Rakhimova 6-3, 6-4 in the US Open third round, but the match was overshadowed by a strong smell of marijuana. The world No. 1 asked the chair umpire to address the odor, which she said was coming from the stands. Sabalenka later told reporters that she hopes spectators will be more considerate and avoid smoking near the courts.

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