Fighting to Stay No 1 Sabalenka's US Open Mission Aryna Sabalenka's return to the US Open is not just about defending her world number one ranking, but also about confronting a deeper issue – the crushing pressure that comes with being the best.
Her recent results have been underwhelming: a 17 7 win loss record since her Miami triumph does not live up to expectations from a four time major winner. Sabalenka's struggles extend beyond mere statistics.
Her Cincinnati Open defeat to Sara Bejlek was a stark reminder that even when she's ahead, Sabalenka can't seem to close out matches with the same level of composure.