Sabalenka Falls in Cincinnati, World No.1 Status at Risk

Aryna Sabalenka was knocked out of the Cincinnati Masters by 20‑year‑old Sara Bejlek (6‑7 7‑9, 4‑6), ending her 96‑week reign as world number one. The loss drops Sabalenka out of the top four in her last seven tournaments and she has not won a title since Miami in March.

With Sabalenka’s position now vulnerable, Jelena Rybakina is poised to overtake her if she reaches the Cincinnati final. esporist.org