US Open final scheduled - dethroned champion faces the new queen VIDEO

Still the world No. 1, Aryna Sabalenka defeated Jessica Pegula 7-5, 6-2 to book her place in the title match, confirming that she has found the form in New York that had eluded her for much of the season. Sabalenka had plenty of reasons for concern heading into the "Flushing Meadows" swing. After winning the "Sunshine Double" in March, she failed to reach the final of any tournament. Her form was far below expectations, and questions about her game were growing