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Who's Badosa's Bestie? Sabalenka and Jabeur Put Friendship to the TestAt the ecotrans Ladies Open in Berlin, the close-knit trio of Aryna Sabalenka, Ons Jabeur, and Paula Badosa have been the talk of the tournament, with their playful banter and affectionate interactions. The question on everyone's mind: who is Badosa's true bestie?Sabalenka and Badosa have long been inseparable, sharing a love for fashion and a deep connection on and off the court. However, this season, Jabeur has emerged as a formidable contender for Badosa's affections. In Rome, Sabalenka jokingly dubbed Jabeur her "bestie," while Jabeur playfully described herself as a "psychologist" between the two.To settle the debate once and for all, the WTA 500 grass-court event decided to put Sabalenka and Jabeur to the test with a quiz about Badosa's favorite things. The results were mixed, with Sabalenka initially joking that she was withdrawing from the tournament.Neither player could recall Badosa's favorite TV show, but both correctly guessed her favorite shot (forehand). Sabalenka, known for her fiery personality, couldn't resist a playful jab, saying, "We're not talking about tennis! I'm not asking Paula, 'Oh, girl, what's your favorite shot?'"Despite their competitive nature on the court, Sabalenka and Jabeur couldn't help but make light of the situation. When asked about Badosa's type of guy, Sabalenka quipped, "I mean, obviously Greek," referring to Badosa's boyfriend, Juan Betancourt.The quiz may not have definitively answered the question of who is Badosa's true bestie, but it did highlight the playful and affectionate bond between the trio. As the tournament progresses, the battle for Badosa's heart will undoubtedly continue, with Sabalenka and Jabeur vying for the coveted title.

French Open 2024: Preview and Predictions for Quarterfinal MatchupsThe French Open 2024 is heating up, with the quarterfinals set to feature some tantalizing matchups. Here's a closer look at three of the most anticipated clashes:Carlos Alcaraz vs. Stefanos TsitsipasTheir rivalry has been one-sided so far, with Alcaraz holding a perfect 5-0 record against Tsitsipas. However, Tsitsipas has shown impressive form on clay this season, winning in Monte Carlo and reaching the final in Barcelona. Alcaraz, on the other hand, has been battling an arm injury but has looked increasingly sharp with each round. Despite Tsitsipas' improved form, Alcaraz's dominance in their head-to-head and his recent resurgence make him the slight favorite.Coco Gauff vs. Ons JabeurGauff has been in scintillating form this year, reaching the final of the Australian Open and winning the WTA Finals. Jabeur, known for her flamboyant shot-making, will be eager to avenge her 6-0, 6-1 defeat to Gauff in Cancun last year. Both players are comfortable on clay, but Gauff's consistency and speed should give her the edge.Jannik Sinner vs. Grigor DimitrovSinner, like Alcaraz, has overcome an injury to find his rhythm in Paris. He has dropped only one set so far and has looked increasingly dominant. Dimitrov, a former world number three, has also played well but faces an uphill battle against Sinner's powerful baseline game. Sinner's recent victory over Dimitrov in the Miami Masters final on a hard court suggests he should be favored on clay as well.