Aryna Sabalenka Claims Cincinnati Open Title Amid Daniil Medvedev's Outburst Aryna Sabalenka secured her second Cincinnati Open title in 2024 with a dominant display against Wang Xinyu, while Daniil Medvedev’s frustration boiled over after squandering multiple match points in a dramatic loss. The Belarusian world number one advanced to the last eight in just 54 minutes, showcasing her form ahead of the upcoming US Open, while Medvedev’s outburst highlighted the high stakes of the tournament. Sabalenka’s victory over Wang Xinyu was marked by her clinical efficiency, as she did not face a single break point in a 6-1, 6-3 triumph. The 28-year-old minimized errors, losing only six points in her service games and committing just five unforced errors compared to 17 winners. Her performance marked a stark contrast to her recent struggles, including an early exit at Wimbledon and a quick loss in Canada. “To get this win in under an hour is an insane result and I’m so happy to be through,” Sabalenka said, emphasizing her confidence and focus. “I really trusted myself and was going for my shots without overthinking. That was the weapon of tonight’s match.” The win solidified Sabalenka’s position as the two-time defending US Open champion, though her title defense faces challenges. No woman has claimed the New York title three consecutive times since Serena Williams in 2014, and Sabalenka’s lead in the rankings is under threat from Elena Rybakina, the Australian Open champion. Entering Cincinnati, Sabalenka held a 354-point advantage over Rybakina, but the Russian must reach the final to overtake her. If Sabalenka advances to the quarterfinals, Rybakina would need to win the tournament to become world number one.#aryna_sabalenka #brandon_nakashima #daniil_medvedev #cincinnati_open #wang_xinyu
