Belarusian tennis star Aryna Sabalenka secured her place in the US Open final after defeating Jessica Pegula in straight sets, marking a dominant performance in the semifinals. The victory came as Elena Rybakina, who had recently dethroned Sabalenka as the world’s top-ranked player, advanced to the championship match as well. The clash between the two will set up an intriguing final, with Sabalenka looking to reclaim her top ranking on home soil. Fans will be watching closely to see how the pair’s recent rivalry plays out in the tournament’s decider.


Aryna Sabalenka beat Jessica Pegula 7-5, 6-2 to reach US Open final with Elena Rybakina, who toppled her as World No 1.