Ekaterina Alexandrova pulled off a major upset at the Canadian Open on August 9, 2026, defeating top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka in the fourth round.
Alexandrova credited her 'all-out' aggressive mindset for the victory, which saw her overcome the world number one in straight sets to advance to the quarterfinals.
The loss marks a significant exit for Sabalenka, who was a favorite for the title, while Alexandrova now prepares to face her next opponent in the tournament's final stages.