Elena Rybakina Wins the U.S. Open and Ascends to World No. 1

Elena Rybakina defeated Aryna Sabalenka in the U.S. Open final at Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York, securing her second consecutive Grand Slam victory and claiming the world No. 1 ranking along with a record cash prize.

The Final Match and Major Success

Elena Rybakina managed to defeat her opponent, Aryna Sabalenka, in the U.S. Open final match held at Arthur Ashe Stadium.

With this victory, the athlete won her second consecutive Grand Slam championship and also claimed the record-breaking $5.5 million prize money.

Rise to the Top of the World Rankings

Rising to the top spot in the world rankings with her latest victory, Rybakina surpassed Aryna Sabalenka to become the new owner of the summit.

This milestone in her career marks the peak of her consistent and successful performance over the past ten months.

Support from the Kazakhstan Tennis Federation

When the Russian tennis federation failed to provide sufficient support during her youth, Rybakina faced a turning point in her career due to her family's financial difficulties.

Thanks to a system established by Kazakh billionaire industrialist Bulat Utemuratov, whose training and travel expenses were covered, the athlete began competing for Kazakhstan.

Wimbledon and Challenging Turns

Thanks to her change of nationality, the athlete was able to participate in the 2022 Wimbledon Championship, winning the tournament and making a major breakthrough internationally.

Recent investigations and disciplinary processes regarding her coach, Stefano Vukov, caused difficulties in the athlete's career and health.

Reaching the Summit by Overcoming Injuries

Having been forced to withdraw from the quarterfinals due to a left leg injury at the Cincinnati Open last month, Rybakina's participation in the tournament was doubtful.

Unable to even swing a racket for more than a week in New York, the tennis player started the tournament with a first-round victory, achieving an unexpected triumph.