New York, Sept 11, 2026 (AFP) - New No.1 Rybakina out to thwart Sabalenka US Open three-peat bid

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2026-09-11

Aryna Sabalenka is "ready for the fight" as she eyes a third straight title at the US Open, where the woman standing in her way, Elena Rybakina, has already ended Sabalenka's reign at number one in the world. The blockbuster final in Flushing Meadows is a repeat of the Australian Open final in January won by Rybakina, who avenged a 2023 loss to Sabalenka in the Melbourne title match. Sabalenka leads their head to head 10-7, including victories ov......

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