New York, Sept 10, 2026 (AFP) - Rybakina books US Open semi against Gauff, secures No.1 ranking

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Elena Rybakina ended Zheng Qinwen's spirited US Open run with a three-set victory on Wednesday, ensuring she'll rise to number one in the world for the first time. The 27-year-old Kazakh star beat Zheng 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 and booked a clash with former champion Coco Gauff for a place in the title match. Men's top seed Alexander Zverev was also gunning for a semi-final spot on Wednesday, taking on Dutch veteran Botic van de Zandschulp. World number two......

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