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US Open: behind champion Elena Rybakina is Bulat Utemuratov

Público13 September 2026 at 21:46

Elena Rybakina won the US Open title, confirming her rise to the top of the world ranking. The 25-year-old Kazakhstani tennis player achieved her third Grand Slam title, establishing herself as one of the main figures in world tennis.

Behind this success is Bulat Utemuratov, an influential figure in Kazakh sports who has been supporting the athlete's career. His support has been fundamental for Rybakina to compete at the highest international level.

The US Open victory represents an important milestone in Rybakina's career, having already won Wimbledon in 2022 and 2023. With this triumph, the Kazakh player demonstrates that her position at the top of the ranking is not casual, but rather the result of a consistent path of excellence.

Why this matters

This result is significant for tennis fans in the region because Rybakina, although representing Kazakhstan, is of Russian origin and trained at the Sabalenka Academy in Miami, raising questions about the Kazakh model of importing talent. Her confirmation as world number one represents a shift in the women's tennis landscape, directly affecting rankings and expectations for upcoming tournaments.

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