New No. 1 Elena Rybakina dethrones Aryna Sabalenka to win US Open title
Elena Rybakina triumphed at the US Open, claiming both the championship trophy and the prestigious world number one ranking. In a thrilling showdown against Aryna Sabalenka, Rybakina showcased exceptional skill and poise, winning her third Grand Slam and second major title of the year, while Sabalenka's remarkable run at Flushing Meadows came to an unexpected end.
Elena Rybakina, the world No. 1, stunned the tennis world by dethroning defending champion Aryna Sabalenka to win the US Open title at Arthur Ashe Stadium. The 27-year-old Kazakh defied expectations, claiming her third Grand Slam crown and second major of the year. Rybakina's victory over Sabalenka, who had ruled New York for the past two years, also marked the end of Sabalenka's 19-match winning streak at the US Open.
The tight final saw Rybakina outperform her opponent, converting 12 break opportunities and maintaining her trademark composure. The triumph completes a remarkable hard-court double for Rybakina, who had also won the Australian Open final earlier this year. Now, she needs only the French Open title to complete a career Grand Slam.
The defeat ended Sabalenka's 99-week reign at the top of women's tennis, as Rybakina officially takes over the position on Monday.
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Also reported by 4 other outlets
- New World No. 1 Elena Rybakina Halts Aryna Sabalenka 3-Peat Bid At U.S. Open sports.yahoo.com
- Elena Rybakina Wins First US Open Title, World No. 1, and $5.5M frontofficesports.com
- New World No. 1 Elena Rybakina Halts Aryna Sabalenka 3-Peat Bid At U.S. Open forbes.com
- Elena Rybakina defeats Aryna Sabalenka in US Open women’s singles final aljazeera.com
