Speaking after her defeat on Saturday, Sabalenka mentioned being the brand new No 1 helped her course of her US Open closing loss. She defined, having received three titles in 2023: “Probably that is why I'm not tremendous depressed proper now.

"Becoming a world No 1, it's a huge improvement, and achievement. I'm really proud of myself that all those years I have been working so hard helped me to become world No 1.

"It's good in order that I can say I've been world No 1, however I actually wish to end the 12 months as world No 1. That's why I'm nonetheless constructive, and I'm nonetheless motivated."