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Ranking the Women's Contenders Going Into the 2026 US Open

Aryna Sabalenka is projected to hold the No. 1 seed as she seeks a third straight U.S. Open title, a feat Serena Williams last achieved.

  • At the Cincinnati Open in Mason, Ohio, top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka continues preparation for the upcoming Open championship.
  • Sabalenka aims to become the first women's singles player to win consecutive Open championships, matching a historic achievement in the sport.
  • At the Lindner Family Tennis Center, Coco Gauff served against Liudmila Samsonova, while Sabalenka returned shots against Sara Bejlek on Wednseday.
  • Following play at the Cincinnati Open, the tournament field includes major contenders battling for titles as the upcoming Open approaches.
  • Winning consecutive Open titles remains a difficult task, as Sabalenka faces stiff competition from a deep field of challengers.
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Ranking the women's contenders going into the 2026 US Open

Aryna Sabalenka aims to become the first woman since Serena Williams to win three consecutive US Open titles, facing strong competition from seven former champions, including Coco Gauff, Iga Świątek, Naomi Osaka, and Emma Raducanu in this year's tournament.

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