Who are among the other women's title contenders to look out for at the US Open?
The following are some of the other contenders for the women's singles title at the U.S. Open, which begins on Sunday:
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Aging Djokovic out to turn back time in push for US Open glory
After semi-final runs at all three Grand Slams this season, 38-year-old Novak Djokovic arrives at the U.S. Open chasing history while confronting the limits of an aging body.
Sinner's health comes into focus ahead of US Open
Top-ranked Jannik Sinner arrives at the U.S. Open as the defending champion and a leading contender, though his withdrawal from the Cincinnati final on Monday due to illness adds a measure of uncertainty to his title defence.
Shelton ready for New York spotlight at US Open
NEW YORK :Ben Shelton returns to Flushing Meadows with newfound confidence after claiming his biggest title and a career-high ranking two years after his charmed run to the U.S. Open semi-final.
Defending champions trump singles stars in early US Open mixed doubles
NEW YORK :Veteran doubles experience overcame singles stardom as defending champions Andrea Vavassori and Sara Errani reached the semi-finals at the U.S. Open's reimagined mixed doubles on Tuesday, as the event kicked off with a new format and new fans.
Swiatek downs Paolini to claim first Cincinnati Open title
Iga Swiatek captured her first Cincinnati Open title on Monday by beating Jasmine Paolini 7-5 6-4, with the Pole third seed sending a powerful message ahead of the U.S. Open.
Alcaraz wins Cincinnati Open after ailing Sinner retires in final
Carlos Alcaraz won the Cincinnati Open after top seed Jannik Sinner retired as he was feeling unwell on Monday, raising concerns about the Italian's fitness just days before he is due to begin the defence of his U.S. Open title.
Alcaraz wins Cincinnati Open after Sinner retires in final
Carlos Alcaraz won the Cincinnati Open after top seed Jannik Sinner retired while trailing 5-0 in the first set of their final on Monday.