Russian-born Uzbekistani tennis player with WTA titles
Filipina tennis prodigy Clara Eala has won the Washington Open, becoming the first Filipina to claim a WTA singles title. She defeated Jessica Pegula in a rain-disrupted final that stretched over two days, after rallying from a first-set deficit to win 4-6, 6-4, 6-0. The victory follows a season where she toppled multiple top-10 players and has sparked a surge of national support.
Wawrinka has been granted a wild-card entry to the 2026 US Open after Patrick Kypson withdrew, allowing the 41-year-old to bid farewell on tennis’ biggest stage in New York.
Sabalenka has expressed concern over the smell of cannabis drifting onto Louis Armstrong Stadium during her third‑round win at the US Open. She has called for greater awareness around the stadium area as players continue their campaigns for a third consecutive title. Other top players are also advancing, with Alcaraz and Medvedev confirming progress to the fourth round.
Aryna Sabalenka has retained focus at the US Open, addressing questions about off-court activities while stressing that training and mental strength drive her. She is preparing for the next rounds after a dominant performance, with analysts noting the evolving landscape as rivals push for top rankings.
Aryna Sabalenka has signaled a smoking incident at the U.S. Open, saying “Someone is smoking weed,” as she faced Kamilla Rakhimova. The moment occurred with Sabalenka up 2-0 in the first set; play continued after the umpire’s response. The incident highlights ongoing concerns around smoke near the site amid a smoking-prohibited environment.
Sabalenka has reached the final seeking a third straight US Open title, while Rybakina eyes a first, after Ripyabkina victory over Gauff. The final will test Sabalenka’s dominance and Rybakina’s continued rise as rankings clash.
Djokovic leads Medvedev in the Beijing semifinal final stages after Medvedev is disqualified for hitting a ball into the stands, injuring a spectator. Djokovic will face Alex de Minaur in the final; Hurkacz retires in the other semi. Djokovic’s perfect China Open record remains intact.