Who did Elena Rybakina defeat in the US Open quarterfinal?

The article does not name the opponent, only the match score is mentioned.

What does Rybakina say about her new ranking?

She stated that her focus remains on winning tournaments despite reaching No. 1.

What do experts say about Rybakina’s achievement?

Experts call it amazing but remind that tennis rankings can change rapidly.

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Elena Rybakina becomes world No. 1 after US Open quarterfinal win

Rybakina replaces Aryna Sabalenka at top of rankings for the first time

Elena Rybakina secured her place as the new world No. 1 in women's tennis after winning her US Open quarterfinal match on Wednesday. She defeated her opponent with scores of 3-6, 6-1, 6-4, confirming her rise to the top spot for the first time in her career.

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Published Sep 10, 2026

News Desk, Niharika Times

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Elena Rybakina became the new world No. 1 in women's tennis after winning her US Open quarterfinal match. She replaced Aryna Sabalenka, who had held the top spot for 99 weeks. Rybakina has previously won Wimbledon in 2022 and the Australian Open in 2023.

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Rybakina will replace Aryna Sabalenka, who had held the No. 1 ranking for 99 weeks. This achievement marks a significant milestone for Rybakina, who is chasing her third Grand Slam title after winning Wimbledon in 2022 and the Australian Open earlier this year. Despite reaching the top ranking, she said her focus remains on winning tournaments. An expert commented that it is an amazing achievement but noted how quickly rankings can change in tennis.

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Who did Elena Rybakina defeat in the US Open quarterfinal?: The article does not name the opponent, only the match score is mentioned.
What does Rybakina say about her new ranking?: She stated that her focus remains on winning tournaments despite reaching No. 1.
What do experts say about Rybakina’s achievement?: Experts call it amazing but remind that tennis rankings can change rapidly.

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