Elena Rybakina and Aryna Sabalenka advance to 2026 US Open final

Elena Rybakina and Aryna Sabalenka are set to meet in the 2026 US Open women’s final on September 12. The matchup marks their third career meeting in a Grand Slam final, with the pair splitting their previous two appearances at the Australian Open. Sabalenka secured her spot in the championship match by defeating Jessica Pegula in straight sets, marking her fourth consecutive US Open final. Rybakina earned her place after overcoming an injury that had forced her to retire from the Cincinnati Open earlier this year. She also reached the World No. 1 ranking during her current run in New York. The two competitors hold a combined history of 17 matches, with Sabalenka leading the overall head-to-head record 10-7. The final is scheduled for 4 PM EDT at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center.

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