Elena Rybakina defeated two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka at the 2026 US Open, 6-4, 5-7, 6-2. During her run to the title—her first at a US Open—Rybakina also racked up enough points to rise to world No. 1 when the rankings are updated on Monday.
Alexander Zverev captured his second Grand Slam title—and second major of the year—by defeating American Ben Shelton in the 2026 US Open men's singles final, 6-3, 7-6(2), 5-7, 6-2, on Sunday.
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People embrace as they arrive for the sentencing hearing of Canadian poison seller Kenneth Law, who pleaded guilty to 14 counts of aiding suicide, at the Ontario Superior Court of Justice in Newmarket, Ontario, on September 23, 2026. Law pleaded guilty in May 2026 to helping scores of people worldwide kill themselves by selling them poison. (Photo by Arlyn McAdorey / AFP)
Coolest spots: Global listing guide Time Out’s announced its annual round-up of the “world’s coolest” neighborhoods. At number one on the list is vibrant, foodie hub Jongno 3-ga in Seoul, South Korea. Max Corton/Time Out
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Kimi Antonelli, driving for Mercedes GP, won the first Spanish GP at Madrid's new circuit, marking the city's first race in 40 years.
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