Russian-born Austrian tennis player; WTA singles high No. 21
Elena Rybakina has dethroned Aryna Sabalenka to become the new world No. 1 after reaching the US Open semi-finals, ending Sabalenka’s 99-week run atop the rankings. Rybakina’s win, built on a resilient run through Cincinnati setbacks and a tough NY path, marks a career milestone as she chases more Grand Slam glory.
The US Open 2026 is underway in New York with a record $108 million prize pool. Top players including Alcaraz, Sabalenka, Zverev and Sinner are in action as the field features defending champions returning from injuries and withdrawals, while Mixed Doubles has already been decided. The tournament runs August 30–September 13 at Flushing Meadows.
The Memphis WTA 250 sees top seed Alexandrova withdraw from a three-hour match against 16-year-old Kristina Liutova in extreme heat, handing Liutova her debut- win while Venus Williams falters elsewhere; other first-round results unfold.
Coco Gauff has reached the US Open quarter-finals after a gripping comeback over Mirra Andreeva, extending her current winning streak and moving closer to a fourth major semi-final before potential world No. 1 status.