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Rybakina wins US Open, denies Sabalenka third straight title

Elena Rybakina punctuated her rise to world number one with a 6-4, 5-7, 6-2 victory over Aryna Sabalenka.

Rybakina wins US Open, denies Sabalenka third straight title

New York - In a thrilling US Open final, Kazakhstan's Elena Rybakina triumphed over rising star Aryna Sabalenka, denying the world number one a record third consecutive title. Rybakina, who now occupies Sabalenka's spot atop the rankings, emerged victorious with a scoreline of 6-4, 5-7, 6-2.

The Kazakh tennis ace secured her third Grand Slam triumph, joining the exclusive club of players who have won titles at multiple Grand Slams. Her previous victories include the 2022 Wimbledon Championship and the Australian Open, both in 2023.

Sabalenka, who had never lost to Rybakina prior to this final, showed remarkable resilience in the second set, breaking her opponent's serve for the first time in the final game. However, Rybakina's superior skill and tenacity prevailed in the subsequent set, allowing her to clinch the match and add another prestigious title to her growing collection.

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