Source: ESPN Tennis
Elena Rybakina overcame Coco Gauff in a thrilling semifinal match at the US Open, winning with a score of 3-6, 6-4, 6-4. This victory propels Rybakina into the final against two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka. With this win, Rybakina will also ascend to the world No. 1 ranking, ending Sabalenka's 99-week reign at the top. Rybakina's performance showcased her resilience, as she rallied after losing the first set to secure her spot in the final, where she aims to claim her third Grand Slam title.