Sabalenka pushed all the way by Noskova in thrilling US Open clash

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2026-09-08

New York (PA Media/dpa) - Aryna Sabalenka admitted she was pushed to the limit by Linda Noskova before battling through to the semi-finals of the US Open. The two-time defending champion needed a deciding-set tie-break to overcome Wimbledon winner Noskova 7-6 (7-1), 3-6, 7-6 (10-7). It was Sabalenka's 19th consecutive win at Flushing Meadows, but rarely has she been tested quite as much. She blew a 5-2 lead in the first set, trailed 4-2 in the th......

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