NEW YORK — Aryna Sabalenka insisted the world No. 1 ranking is not her primary target at the US Open after securing an epic victory in New York to continue her campaign at the final Grand Slam of the season.
Speaking after her latest win at Flushing Meadows, Sabalenka addressed her position at the top of the WTA rankings and said holding the No. 1 spot is not the central focus of her campaign. She emphasized that her attention remains on competing match by match rather than the ranking battle unfolding around the tournament.
The comments reflect a measured approach from Sabalenka, who has framed her US Open run around performance and execution instead of external pressure. By downplaying the ranking narrative, she signaled a mindset centered on handling the demands of a major tournament where every round presents a separate challenge.
Her stance offers clarity on her priorities as the tournament progresses in New York, with ranking implications secondary to advancing through the draw. The focus now shifts to her preparation for the next round as she continues her pursuit of another deep run at the US Open.