Rybakina Denies Gauff to Set Up Blockbuster US Open Final with Sabalenka Elena Rybakina's victory over Coco Gauff in the US Open semifinals was a testament to her growing mental toughness.
The Kazakhstani player's ability to overcome the pressure of playing against a home favorite marks her first win in the US Open semifinals and solidifies her status as a formidable force on the Grand Slam stage.
Rybakina's post match comments about taking a "deep breath" and "telling myself I need to fight" suggest that she is learning to manage the emotional demands of high stakes tennis.