Sabalenka and Mannarino both raised concerns as US Open crowd issues kept mounting.
Sabalenka bristled after a media question and doubled down on her criticism of online detractors.
Sabalenka lashed out after a question about partying and her US Open focus in New York.
Sabalenka says controlled emotion, not suppression, helps her stay free and focused on court.
Rybakina has moved ahead of Sabalenka in the WTA Finals race before the 2026 US Open.
Sabalenka’s US Open title defence faces doubts as Swiatek and Gauff gather momentum.
Sabalenka still leads for New York, but recent results have tightened the US Open picture.
Sabalenka fell to Bejlek in Cincinnati, and Rybakina can still challenge for world No. 1.
Sabalenka rebounded in Cincinnati with a swift win, easing pressure in the race for world No. 1.
Sabalenka dominated Wang Xinyu, set a WTA record, and now faces Sara Bejlek in Cincinnati.
