{
  "id": 5259178,
  "title": "US Open: Aryna Sabalenka hits back over accusations of partying: 'You guys are a joke'",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/03/us-open-aryna-sabalenka-hits-back-over-accusations-of-partying-you",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-03T05:38:11.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National UAE",
    "slug": "the-national-uae",
    "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/sport/tennis/2026/09/03/us-open-aryna-sabalenka-hits-back-over-accusations-of-partying-you-guys-are-a-joke/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "US Open champion Aryna Sabalenka dismissed a reporter's suggestion that events surrounding the tournament included parties and fun after she defeated Polina Iatcenko 6-1, 6-1 on Wednesday. The Belarusian player argued that her off-court activities had not impacted her preparation for the Grand Slam, questioning the reporter's motives for bringing up such a topic. Sabalenka, the world number one and two-time defending champion, expressed her satisfaction with her performance and focused on improving rather than striving for perfection on court. She highlighted the importance of accepting the reality of not being perfect in tennis and working with her current abilities. The 28-year-old also mentioned that she struggled in the middle of the season but remains optimistic about her chances of winning her third consecutive title at the US Open.",
  "summary": "Double defending champion Aryna Sabalenka bristled at a reporter's suggestion the events and appearances surrounding the US Open had included “parties and fun” after she cruised past Polina Iatcenko 6-1, 6-1 on Wednesday. The Belarusian, who had faced a similar line of questioning after her first round win , fired back that her off-court appearances had not come at the expense of her preparations…",
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      {
        "outlet": "The National Business",
        "title": "US Open: Aryna Sabalenka hits back over accusations of partying: 'You guys are a joke'",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/03/us-open-aryna-sabalenka-hits-back-over-accusations-of-partying-you-5259268",
        "published": "2026-09-03T05:38:11.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Business Recorder",
        "title": "Alcaraz and Sabalenka shine as US Open catches up after rain delays",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/03/alcaraz-and-sabalenka-shine-as-us-open-catches-up-after-rain-delays",
        "published": "2026-09-03T05:53:15.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}