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Elena Rybakina reaches world No. 1 ranking after U.S. Open win

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Elena Rybakina, a prominent Gen Z tennis player, has achieved the world No. 1 ranking after winning the U.S. Open. This success comes after she previously turned down numerous college offers to pursue her professional tennis career, a decision that initially concerned her father due to financial and injury risks. Rybakina's career trajectory includes switching her national affiliation to Kazakhstan, securing multiple Grand Slam titles, and earning significant prize money and endorsements, solidifying her position as one of the top-earning athletes in the sport. AI

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Emma Burleigh ·

    Millionaire Gen Z tennis star Elena Rybakina turned down 15 colleges to keep playing tennis—against her dad’s wishes. Now she’s no. 1 in the world

    U.S. Open champion Elena Rybakina turned down college and changed her citizenship to make her tennis dreams come true. Now she’s earning $11.4 million.

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