Sabalenka Nears Historic Third Consecutive US Open Title

Aryna Sabalenka’s flawless 6-1, 6-1 demolition of Polina Eyat in the third round of the 2026 US Open brings her within striking distance of a historic third straight championship. The Belarusian’s 54‑minute performance, highlighted by 24 winners, showcases the level of play that has taken her to the top of the women’s game.

With the victory, Sabalenka extends her uninterrupted US Open win column to 15 matches and adds to a streak of 22 back‑to‑back second‑round successes at Grand Slam events. Her record when opening the match with a set win stands at 30‑2, reinforcing her reputation as a player who never lets a lead slip.

The next hurdle is a showdown with fellow Belarusian Kamila Rakhimova. Sabalenka leads their rivalry 3‑0, and Rakhimova’s lone set against her has come in a previous encounter, suggesting the upcoming clash will favor the world No.1.

Should Sabalenka capture the trophy, she will become the first non‑American woman to claim the US Open title three years in a row, joining an exclusive club that includes Serena Williams (2012‑14) and Chris Evert (1975‑78). Six other players have fallen short of a three‑peat, making this achievement even more significant.

A victory would also halt the rising world‑ranking ambitions of Elena Rybakina, Coco Gauff and Jessica Pegula, whose hopes of claiming the No.1 spot would diminish under Sabalenka’s continued dominance.