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    "headline": "Elena Rybakina becomes world No. 1 after US Open quarterfinal win",
    "summary": "Elena Rybakina became the new world No. 1 in women's tennis after winning her US Open quarterfinal match. She replaced Aryna Sabalenka, who had held the top spot for 99 weeks. Rybakina has previously won Wimbledon in 2022 and the Australian Open in 2023.",
    "articleBody": "Elena Rybakina secured her place as the new world No. 1 in women's tennis after winning her US Open quarterfinal match on Wednesday. She defeated her opponent with scores of 3-6, 6-1, 6-4, confirming her rise to the top spot for the first time in her career.\n\nRybakina will replace Aryna Sabalenka, who had held the No. 1 ranking for 99 weeks. This achievement marks a significant milestone for Rybakina, who is chasing her third Grand Slam title after winning Wimbledon in 2022 and the Australian Open earlier this year. Despite reaching the top ranking, she said her focus remains on winning tournaments. An expert commented that it is an amazing achievement but noted how quickly rankings can change in tennis.\nयह भी पढ़ें\nTiafoe consoles Michelsen after remarkable US Open comeback\nSabalenka fights back to keep US Open defence alive\nMaaya Rajeshwaran Saves Four Match Points Before US Open Exit\nHow Aryna Sabalenka’s fiancé Georgios Frangulis built his empire",
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