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In the 2026 US Open women’s singles final at Arthur Ashe Stadium, Elena Rybakina defeated Aryna Sabalenka in a three-set thriller, 6-4, 5-7, 6-2, to capture her maiden US Open championship and secure the World No. 1 ranking. Ground NewsMatch Highlights & Key Details

• First Set (6-4): Rybakina took the opening set in 44 minutes. Despite landing just 27% of her first serves early on, her poise under pressure kept her in command. She did not face a single break point, capitalizing on Sabalenka’s unforced errors and visible frustration on court. Local News 8+ 2
• Second Set (5-7): Sabalenka mounted a fierce comeback. Although Rybakina fought off set points to level the score at 5-5, Sabalenka broke through in the closing games to claim the set 7-5 and force a decider. Local News 8
• Deciding Third Set (6-2): Rybakina seized total control early in the third set, racing to a 5-2 double-break advantage. On match point, she punctuated the win in signature fashion by firing an ace. Local News 8

Career Significance

• Third Grand Slam Trophy: This marks Rybakina’s third major singles crown, adding the US Open trophy to her 2022 Wimbledon title and her 2026 Australian Open victory. Local News 8
• Climb to World No. 1: The championship victory propelled Rybakina past Sabalenka to claim the WTA World No. 1 ranking for the first time in her career. Ground News