31 August 2026
Sabalenka survives tough opener against Osorio to launch US Open three-peat bid
Aryna Sabalenka beat Camila Osorio in a tricky first-round match as she began her bid for a historic US Open three-peat. Sabalenka blocked out the noise around the tournament to navigate the testing opener and keep her title defence on track. BBC Sport reported the match, noting that the victory moves her into the next round as she pursues consecutive titles at Flushing Meadows. The win provides momentum early in the tournament and preserves Sabalenka’s chance to become the first player in recent memory to win three straight US Open titles.
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Her first-round win advances Sabalenka to the second round, keeping her in contention for a rare third consecutive US Open title.
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