India, Sept. 13 -- Aryna Sabalenka has refused to surrender her US Open crown without a fight. Elena Rybakina struck first at Arthur Ashe Stadium, taking the opening set 6-4 with powerful and precise tennis. But the defending champion responded in style, producing a spirited 7-5 comeback in the second set to drag the blockbuster final into a decider. With momentum now swinging wildly between the two heavyweights, Sabalenka and Rybakina are locked in a thrilling battle for the US Open 2026 title.

Rybakina Won First Set 6-4 Against Sabalenka

Elena Rybakina landed a major blow in the opening set of the US Open 2026 final, edging defending champion Aryna Sabalenka 6-4 in a gripping contest at Arthur Ashe Stadium. The Kazakh immediately matc...