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 on Wednesday, guaranteeing her rise to world No. 1 as she booked a semi-final showdown with Coco Gauff. Rybakina beat Zheng 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 and is assured of ending Aryna Sabalenka's reign atop the standings -- even if the Belarusian wins a third straight title. "It's just a number right now," Rybakina said. "It's a different achievement ... but mostly you think about the titles in the end of......

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