Elena Rybakina has advanced to the U.S. Open semifinals after defeating Zheng Qinwen. This win guarantees Rybakina will become the new No.

1 in the WTA rankings, ending Aryna Sabalenka's 99-week stay at the top. Rybakina's next match will be against either Coco Gauff or Mirra Andreeva. The Australian Open champion's focus remains on winning the tournament.

The new rankings will be released on Monday, officially cementing Rybakina's position as No. 1. Further details about the tournament and upcoming matches are available from the source.