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US Open: Elena Rybakina to face Aryna Sabalenka in final after comeback win over Coco Gauff
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Key Points:
- Elena Rybakina defeated Coco Gauff in a tough three-set semifinal at the 2026 US Open, securing her spot in the women's final and guaranteeing her ascent to WTA No. 1 ranking on Monday.
- Aryna Sabalenka reached the final by decisively beating No. 3 seed Jessica Pegula, setting up a championship match against Rybakina, the new top-ranked player.
- The final will feature a high-stakes rivalry between Rybakina and Sabalenka, who have a close head-to-head record and multiple recent high-profile matches, including Grand Slam finals.
- Rybakina aims for her first US Open title after previously winning the Australian Open and Wimbledon, while Sabalenka seeks her fourth consecutive US Open final appearance and to defend her title.
- Despite strong support for American players Pegula and Gauff, the top two seeds advanced to the final, promising a clash between the current and former WTA No. 1 players.
