Aryna Sabalenka secured her second consecutive US Open title with a hard-fought victory over American Amanda Anisimova, winning 6-3, 7-6(3) in a match that showcased her resilience under pressure. The Belarusian world No. 1 successfully defended her crown, becoming the first woman since Serena Williams in 2014 to achieve this feat at Flushing Meadows.
Despite facing a spirited challenge from Anisimova, who pushed the second set to a tiebreak amid overwhelming crowd support for the home favorite, Sabalenka’s experience and composure ultimately prevailed, marking her fourth Grand Slam title and cementing her status as the tour’s dominant force.
During the on-court interview following her triumph, Sabalenka revealed a poignant evolution in her relationship with the New York crowd, confessin