US Open: Elena Rybakina defeats Coco Gauff to silence New York crowd and set up blockbuster final with Aryna Sabalenka
- Posted on September 11, 2026
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In brief
Kazakhstan's rising tennis star Elena Rybakina delivered a stunning upset at the US Open, overpowering American favorite Coco Gauff in a thrilling semifinal clash. The victory propels Rybakina to the world No. 1 ranking and sets the stage for an electrifying championship match against Aryna Sabalenka, the defending two-time champion. Despite fierce crowd support for the home player, Rybakina's powerful game proved unstoppable, promising an unforgettable final showdown.
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US Open: Elena Rybakina defeats Coco Gauff to silence New York crowd and set up blockbuster final with Aryna Sabalenka
Incoming new world No 1 Elena Rybakina silences Coco Gauff and the New York crowd to set up a blockbuster final against defending two-time champion Aryna Sabalenka; watch the US Open live on Sky Sports Tennis and Sky Sports+, streaming service NOW and the Sky Sports app
