Elena Rybakina is set to claim the world No. 1 ranking after defeating Zheng Qinwen in the US Open quarterfinals.
This victory ends Aryna Sabalenka's 99-week reign at the top, marking a historic milestone for the Kazakhstani tennis star.
Rybakina will now face Coco Gauff in the semifinals, with the top ranking officially confirmed following her latest tournament performance.