Elena Rybakina manages left heel tendon injury at US Open

WTA World No. 2 Elena Rybakina is competing at the 2026 US Open while managing a tendon injury in her left heel. The injury previously forced her to retire from her match against Iga Swiatek at the Cincinnati Open. Medical evaluation identifies the specific issue as a tendon in her left heel, which affects her ability to push off during her serve. While her team considered adjusting her service motion, they determined that changing her mechanics was not prudent during the tournament. Rybakina secured a 6-3, 6-2 victory over Thea Frodin in her opening match, though she appeared to limit her movement on court. She also withdrew from the mixed doubles championship with partner Taylor Fritz to focus on recovery as she competes for the World No. 1 ranking.

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