A dominant performance in the U.S. Open final has delivered a stunning upset as a top-ranked player overpowered the defending champion in a tightly contested match. The reigning women’s singles titleholder, who had entered the tournament as the clear favorite, faced relentless pressure from her opponent throughout the encounter. With aggressive baseline rallies and precise shot placement, the challenger broke the champion’s serve multiple times to secure a commanding victory. The win marks the first time in years that the title has changed hands in this high-profile event, reshaping the landscape of women’s tennis.


U.S. Open final: Elena Rybakina smothers Aryna Sabalenka to dethrone reigning champion  The New York Times