Sabalenka aims to regain form as US Open begins
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 5:06 AM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026

The 2026 US Open singles starts today with Aryna Sabalenka seeking to regain her winning form. A challenging season has left Sabalenka with a 17-7 record since winning Indian Wells and Miami earlier this year. As a two-time defending champion, she must defend 2,000 points to maintain her world number one ranking. Carlos Alcaraz's comeback and competition from players like Elena Rybakina, Jessica Pegula, and Coco Gauff heighten the intrigue as the tournament commences.
- •US Open singles starts today with Aryna Sabalenka competing.
- •Sabalenka has a 17-7 record since her Miami triumph.
- •Defending 2,000 points is crucial for maintaining her ranking.
- •Carlos Alcaraz returns to competition after a break.
- •Elena Rybakina and others are contenders for the title.
- 5:06 AMYahoo Sports — Sabalenka bids to rediscover form at intriguing US Open
- 5:06 AMBBC Sport — Sabalenka bids to rediscover form at intriguing US Open
"Will Aryna Sabalenka rediscover her mojo? How will Carlos Alcaraz's comeback go? And can Novak Djokovic win? It's time for the 2026 US Open singles.
"Will Aryna Sabalenka rediscover her mojo? How will Carlos Alcaraz's comeback go? And can Novak Djokovic win? It's time for the 2026 US Open singles.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 30, 2026, 5:06 AMSabalenka bids to rediscover form at intriguing US Open
Will Aryna Sabalenka rediscover her mojo? How will Carlos Alcaraz's comeback go? And can Novak Djokovic win? It's time for the 2026 US Open singles.
- BBC SportAug 30, 2026, 5:06 AMSabalenka bids to rediscover form at intriguing US Open
Will Aryna Sabalenka rediscover her mojo? How will Carlos Alcaraz's comeback go? And can Novak Djokovic win? It's time for the 2026 US Open singles.
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