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Aryna Sabalenka reaches U.S. Open semifinals after third-set tiebreak victory
Associated Press reports that Sabalenka overcame a deficit to beat Linda Noskova and advance in New York.
Latest update: Aryna Sabalenka's world number one ranking now hinges on whether Elena Rybakina defeats Zheng Qinwen in the quarterfinals.
The short version
- Aryna Sabalenka defeated Linda Noskova 7-6 (1), 3-6, 7-6 (10-7) to advance to the U.S. Open semifinals.[Associated Press]
- Sabalenka recovered from trailing 4-2 in the deciding set, noting later that she had believed the match was lost.[Associated Press]
- Her position at world number one remains uncertain pending the outcome of Elena Rybakina's match against Zheng Qinwen.[Associated Press]
Key facts
- Aryna Sabalenka defeated Linda Noskova 7-6 (1), 3-6, 7-6 (10-7) in their U.S. Open quarterfinal.[Associated Press]
- Sabalenka overcame a 4-2 deficit in the third set to secure the win.[Associated Press]
- Sabalenka stated she thought the match was over when she fell behind in the final set.[Associated Press]
- Sabalenka's continuation as the world number one player depends on the result of Elena Rybakina's match against Zheng Qinwen.[Associated Press]
What remains uncertain
- Whether Sabalenka retains her world number one ranking depends on whether Elena Rybakina beats Zheng Qinwen.[Associated Press]
Sources
Outlet counts describe coverage, not independent confirmation. Reports may share a wire service or original source.
- Aryna Sabalenka edges Linda Noskova to keep alive hopes of a 3rd straight US Open titleAssociated Press · Wire: associated-press