Elena Rybakina defeats Aryna Sabalenka in the US Open final
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 13, 2026, 3:13 AM
Last updated Sep 13, 2026

Elena Rybakina defeated Aryna Sabalenka in the US Open women’s singles final on September 13, 2026. The match ended in three sets with a final score of 4-6, 7-5, 2-6. While the sporting result drew attention, social media reaction focused on the guests present in the player box for Sabalenka. Attendees included Jake Paul and Paris Hilton, leading to critical commentary from online spectators regarding the affiliations of the Belarusian player. Neither the player nor the tournament organizers have issued a formal response regarding the online reception to these guests. Sabalenka, formerly ranked as the world No. 1, remains focused on her professional schedule following the conclusion of the major tournament.
- •Elena Rybakina defeated Aryna Sabalenka in three sets to win the US Open.
- •The match final score was 4-6, 7-5, 2-6.
- •Jake Paul and Paris Hilton sat in the player box for Sabalenka during the final.
- •Online criticism emerged regarding the presence of those specific celebrity guests.
- 3:13 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Can’t buy class’ – Tennis fans aren’t happy about Jake Paul, Paris Hilton in Aryna Sabalenka’s US Open box
"Aryna Sabalenka lost against Elena Rybakina in the US Open Women’s Singles final, but fans took issue with the celebrities in her box and not her performance. Aryna Sabalenka lost in three sets 4-6, 7-5, 2-6 to Elena Rybakina in the US Open final.
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