9 September 2026
Elena Rybakina rises to world number one after US Open semi-final run
Elena Rybakina has become the women's world number one after reaching the US Open semi-finals, ending Aryna Sabalenka's 99-week reign at the top of the rankings. BBC Sport reported the change in the WTA standings following Rybakina's progress at the Grand Slam event. The shift hands the sport's top ranking from Sabalenka to Rybakina as a direct result of the latter's performance in New York. No further details on points, timing or reactions were supplied.
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The WTA rankings now list Elena Rybakina as women's world number one, replacing Aryna Sabalenka.
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