World number one Aryna Sabalenka crashed out of the French Open in stunning fashion, squandering a commanding lead against Diana Shnaider. The Belarusian led 6-3 4-1 before the Russian 25th seed launched an extraordinary comeback, winning 12 of the final 13 games to seal a 3-6 7-5 6-0 victory.

Windy conditions on Court Philippe Chatrier disrupted Sabalenka's power game as she committed 57 unforced errors. Shnaider, appearing in her first Grand Slam quarter-final, capitalized with blistering forehand winners to complete the monumental upset. The 28-year-old could only watch as her title hopes evaporated in the Parisian breeze.

This defeat marks another missed opportunity for Sabalenka, who has now reached the semi-finals in 12 of her past 13 Slam appearances but converted only four into titles. With Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff eliminated earlier, this was her best chance to claim a maiden French Open crown away from hard courts.

Mirra Andreeva becomes the highest-ranked player remaining in the women's draw, while Shnaider faces qualifier Maja Chwalinska in an unlikely semi-final. The tournament has produced its first semi-final without a former major champion since 1977, highlighting the unpredictable nature of this year's Roland Garros.