NEW YORK–Elena Rybakina will rise to number one in the world rankings for the first time after reaching the US Open semi-finals, but for the Kazakh star the chance at a third Grand Slam title remains her most pressing concern. “It means a lot, of course,” Rybakina said after rallying to beat Paris Olympics gold medallst Zheng Qinwen in three sets in the quarter-finals to ensure she’ll supplant Aryna Sabalenka at the summit. “It’s a great achievement, and I feel like you will appreciate and think about it even more when you finish your career,” Rybakina said. “Now, you still need […]...

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