Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina are scheduled to face each other in the US Open 2026 women's singles final today, 12 September 2026. The match will see the current world No 1, Sabalenka, compete against Rybakina, who is set to become the new world No 1 on Monday.
This final marks the fourth time the two players have met in a final over the last 10 months. Their previous encounters include Rybakina's victories at last year's season-ending WTA Finals and this year's Australian Open, followed by Sabalenka's win in Indian Wells. They have also contested two prior grand slam finals, with each player holding one win.
Sabalenka, a two-time defending US Open champion, has reportedly regained her form during this tournament after a series of defeats earlier in the summer. Rybakina is said to be full of confidence as she prepares to reach the top of the world rankings for the first time in her career.
The match is anticipated to be a contest of power, featuring what is described as the best groundstrokes in women's tennis against the best serve. The players are expected on court at approximately 9pm BST.