Sabalenka Vows to Reclaim Top Ranking Amid US Open Rivalry

Aryna Sabalenka, after seeing her world No. 1 ranking slip to Elena Rybakina, pledged to fight back and regain the top spot. Speaking in New York, the two‑time defending US Open champion said she is concentrating on her own performance rather than the rankings.

“The only thing I can focus on is staying present and giving my best,” Sabalenka explained. “I will keep playing hard and maybe I’ll take the ranking back from Rybakina.”

She also highlighted the competitive nature of the sport, noting that “the beauty of tennis is that everyone tries to outdo each other, and it’s about improving the little things.” Sabalenka’s confidence remains high as she prepares for the final against Rybakina, a player she described as possessing a powerful serve and an upgraded baseline game.

The upcoming final promises a physical and mental test for both athletes, with Sabalenka determined to leave nothing undone in her quest to win the title.