Rybakina’s bid to dethrone Sabalenka ends in heartbreak after Cincinnati injury

Elena Rybakina had to retire from her quarterfinal match at the Cincinnati Open due to an injury, thus extinguishing her hopes of claiming the world number one spot. As a result, Aryna Sabalenka will maintain her leading position in the rankings. Meanwhile, Iga Swiatek has made her way to the semifi…