Aryna Sabalenka

Sabalenka returns to rankings summit after Swiatek dominance

The 26-year-old jumped above Poland's French Open champion Iga Swiatek thanks to year-end adjustments in the standings.

US Open champion Sabalenka chases year-end No.1 ranking

Aryna Sabalenka said Tuesday that she wants to cap off a stellar year by returning to the top of the world rankings.

US Open / New champions crowned, new rivalries forged

With Roger Federer retired and Rafael Nadal struggling to get back on court due to injuries, Novak Djokovic was the last man of that golden generation standing at Flushing Meadows, but the Serb crashed out in the third round to Australian Alexei Popyrin.

'Super proud' Sabalenka downs Pegula to win US Open thriller

"I'm speechless right now. So many times I thought I was so close to get the US Open title. It has always been a dream of mine and finally I got this beautiful trophy," said Sabalenka.

Sabalenka into second successive US Open final

Sabalenka sent down 34 winners to the 13 of the 23-year-old American in the tie.

'Short memory' the key to success for Sabalenka

Aryna Sabalenka detailed her current tennis philosophy on Tuesday, with the three-time Cincinnati Masters semi-finalist revealing she's quick to forget about her losses.

Injured Sabalenka pulls out of Wimbledon; Osaka breathes easier   

Osaka returned to the tour this year after 15 months of maternity leave for her daughter who turns one on Tuesday.

Sabalenka knocked out by Russian teenager Andreeva

Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva became the youngest Grand Slam semi-finalist since 1997 with a shock victory over second seed Aryna Sabalenka, who was struggling with an apparent illness, at the French Open on Wednesday.

French Open / Sabalenka mows down teenager Andreeva in first round

The current Australian Open champion arrived at Roland Garros as a top contender.

January 25, 2024
January 25, 2024

Sabalenka beats Gauff to make Australian Open final

Formidable world number two Aryna Sabalenka blasted past Coco Gauff into the Australian Open final on Thursday to keep her title defence on track.

January 21, 2024
January 21, 2024

Sabalenka, Gauff surge into quarterfinals

Fourth seed Gauff, attempting to become the first woman to back up a US Open title with a Grand Slam win in Australia since Naomi Osaka in 2018-19, has been almost as impressive.

January 19, 2024
January 19, 2024

No handshakes as Sabalenka serves Ukraine's Tsurenko double bagel

Sabalenka ruthlessly handed 28th seed Tsurenko the dreaded "double bagel" in 52 minutes.

January 7, 2024
January 7, 2024

Rybakina demolishes Sabalenka to claim Brisbane title

Elena Rybakina will head to the Australian Open full of confidence after demolishing world number two Aryna Sabalenka in the Brisbane International final on Sunday.

October 1, 2023
October 1, 2023

Sabalenka thrashes Kenin to sail into China Open second round

World number one Aryna Sabalenka sailed into the second round of the China Open with an imperious 6-1, 6-2 defeat of Sofia Kenin on Sunday.

September 30, 2023
September 30, 2023

Sabalenka 'super motivated' to remain on top

Newly crowned world number one Aryna Sabalenka said Friday she is "super motivated" to finish the year in top spot as she prepares to compete in the China Open in Beijing.

September 8, 2023
September 8, 2023

Sabalenka fends off Keys to reach US Open final

Aryna Sabalenka fought back from the brink of defeat to overcome American 17th seed Madison Keys in a third-set tie-break and line up a US Open final against home favourite Coco Gauff.

September 7, 2023
September 7, 2023

US Open roasts players as Medvedev, Sabalenka advance

New York has been sweltering in a heatwave this week, with high humidity and temperatures at Flushing Meadows on Wednesday hitting 35 degrees Celsius (95 Fahrenheit)

September 3, 2023
September 3, 2023

Alcaraz, Sabalenka romp into last 16

Alcaraz, looking to become the first man to successfully defend the title since Roger Federer in 2008, polished off British 26th seed Dan Evans 6-2, 6-3, 4-6, 6-3 in 3hr 11min

July 11, 2023
July 11, 2023

Sabalenka wants shield from 'hate' after Azarenka booing

Women's tennis chiefs on Monday pleaded with spectators to show "understanding and respect" when Ukraine players refuse to shake hands with Russian and Belarusian opponents in protest at the ongoing war in their country.