Elena Rybakina secures US Open title, solidifying top status in women's tennis

Elena Rybakina claimed her first US Open title on September 12, 2026, defeating Aryna Sabalenka in the final at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. Rybakina entered the tournament ranked number one and solidified her position with her victory. Her consistent performance throughout the tournament, particularly her win over Naomi Osaka, raised questions about her status as possibly the best player in the world. Rybakina now stands one Grand Slam win away from achieving a career Grand Slam. The 2026 US Open highlighted the emergence of a competitive atmosphere in women's tennis, with Rybakina breaking a trend of seven consecutive different Grand Slam champions.

• 3:20 PMYahoo Sports — The Elena Rybakina era has officially arrived in women’s tennis