Rybakina wins US Open to inflict further pain on Sabalenka
Elena Rybakina demonstrates why she is the best women's player in the world by beating Aryna Sabalenka to win her first US Open title.
Elena Rybakina secured her first US Open title, dethroning two-time champion Aryna Sabalenka, in a 6-4 5-7 6-2 victory. The Kazakhstan native, already crowned the new world number one following the match, claimed her third Grand Slam crown, joining Wimbledon and the Australian Open victories. Sabalenka, aiming to avert losing the top ranking by winning a third consecutive US Open, struggled in a tense encounter.
Rybakina's composed demeanor, a stark contrast to Sabalenka's fiery personality, was pivotal as she controlled proceedings. Despite her first serve faltering in the first set, Rybakina excelled in returning, frustrating her opponent. The Belarusian's groundstrokes improved, but Sabalenka's errors persisted. In the third set, she reaped the benefits of her loose play, while Rybakina's precision shone, solidifying her status as the world's premier tennis player.
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