Aryna Sabalenka loses No. 1 and US Open: How did Elena Rybakina take over?
Aryna Sabalenka endured a painful end to her US Open campaign, losing both the world No.
1 ranking and the title within 72 hours.
Elena Rybakina first secured the top ranking before defeating Sabalenka 6-4, 5-7, 6-2 in the final.
The loss left Sabalenka without a Grand Slam title in 2026, ending her bid for a third straight US Open crown.
Despite the setback, she remained determined to reclaim No.
1.
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