Sabalenka Halts US Open Match Due to Cannabis Smell

Aryna Sabalenka experienced an unusual interruption during her US Open match against Kamilla Rakhimova when play had to be halted briefly. The top-tier tennis star noticed a strong and unexpected cannabis smell lingering around the court during the showdown.

Officials and players acknowledged the distraction as the unusual odor affected the immediate playing environment on the court. Despite this bizarre delay, Sabalenka quickly refocused her energy on task at hand.

She successfully overcame the distraction and maintained her competitive composure to secure the victory. With this hard-fought win, she successfully advanced to the fourth round of the prestigious Grand Slam tournament.

The incident drew considerable attention from spectators and media outlets following the conclusion of the match.