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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 31, 2026Miami-Dade

Aryna Sabalenka advances in U.S. Open title defense as Carlos Alcaraz returns to singles play

Aryna Sabalenka defeated Camila Osorio in straight sets to begin her U.S. Open title defense, while Carlos Alcaraz returned to singles competition following a right wrist injury. The tournament field has seen significant shifts following the first-round exit of Novak Djokovic and the withdrawal of top-ranked Jannik Sinner.

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Why It Matters

The results of the U.S. Open determine the world tennis rankings, with Aryna Sabalenka's No. 1 status currently at risk depending on the performance of Elena Rybakina.

Key Facts

  • Aryna Sabalenka defeated Camila Osorio 6-4, 6-4 in the first round.
  • Novak Djokovic lost in the first round for the first time in his career at Flushing Meadows.
  • Novak Djokovic holds a men's-record 24 Grand Slam titles.
  • Jannik Sinner is absent from the tournament due to a knee injury.
  • Elena Rybakina will pass Sabalenka for the No. 1 ranking if she reaches the semifinals.
  • Carlos Alcaraz is playing his first singles match since April due to a right wrist injury.
  • Stan Wawrinka is competing in his final Grand Slam tournament before retirement.
  • Sabalenka has reached the last three U.S. Open finals.

Who's Mentioned

personCamila Osorio“Opponent defeated by Sabalenka.”personJannik Sinner“Top-ranked player sidelined by a knee injury.”personMatteo Berrettini“Opponent of Wawrinka.”personCarlos Alcaraz“No. 2 seed returning from a wrist injury.”personAmanda Anisimova“Defeated by Sabalenka in a previous final.”personStan Wawrinka“2016 winner playing his final Grand Slam.”personSerena Williams“Former champion and mixed doubles partner.”personCoco Gauff“Defeated Sabalenka in the 2023 final.”personAryna Sabalenka“Defending U.S. Open champion and current No. 1 ranked player.”personNovak Djokovic“Lost in the first round; holds 24 Grand Slam titles.”personElena Rybakina“No. 2 seed who could overtake Sabalenka in rankings.”personIga Swiatek“U.S. Open champion in action.”personNaomi Osaka“U.S. Open champion in action.”