Sabalenka defends US Open title; Alcaraz advances
On 31 August 2026, Aryna Sabalenka won her opening match at the US Open as she began her title defence, while top seed Carlos Alcaraz also advanced in early-round competition.
On 31 August 2026, Aryna Sabalenka won her opening match at the US Open as she began her title defence, while top seed Carlos Alcaraz also advanced in early-round competition.
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Aryna Sabalenka wins to start her US Open and Carlos Alcaraz is getting started on his AP News
Aryna Sabalenka had a successful start to her U.S. Open title defense.