Vanguart celebrates two extraordinary achievements by Elena Rybakina, who has won the 2026 US Open women’s singles title and secured the WTA World No.1 ranking.

Rybakina secured the US Open Ctle following an exceptional tournament in New York, defeating defending champion Aryna Sabalenka in the final at Arthur Ashe Stadium.

During the final, Rybakina wore the Vanguart Titanium & Pink Ceramic Orb.

The victory marks another defining chapter in an extraordinary season for the 27-year-old Kazakhstani player, who began the year by winning the Australian Open and now takes her place at the summit of women’s tennis.

Her impressive tournament run in New York included victories over two-time US Open champion Naomi Osaka, Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen and Coco Gauff, before defeating Sabalenka in the final to claim the title. Rybakina’s consistent excellence throughout the season sees her crowned World No. 1 following the conclusion of the tournament.

Mehmet Koruturk, Chairman and Co-Founder of Vanguart, said: “We are immensely proud of Elena and these extraordinary achievements. Winning the US Open and reaching World No. 1 are remarkable milestones and a testament to her discipline, focus and determination at the very highest level of the sport.”

Winning the US Open completes a remarkable season for Rybakina, with titles at the Australian Open, Wimbledon and now the US Open, further establishing her among the leading players of her generation.

Founded in 2017 by Chairman and Co-Founder; Mehmet Koruturk, CEO, Axel Leuenberger, Chief Technical Officer, Jérémy Freléchox, and Creative Director, Thierry Fischer. Vanguart has emerged with a clear vision and a unique aesthetic.

During their time at APRP, working directly with Giulio Papi, Axel and Jeremy contributed significantly toward the development of complicated movements for iconic brands including; Audemars Piguet, Richard Mille and Chanel.

Vanguart’s combined collective and broad expertise has sparked a remarkable inception for the brand, showcased by the captivating debut of the Vanguart Blackhole in 2019 and the launch of the Vanguart Orb in 2024. Manufacturer Vanguart innovates by crafting highly complex watches, introducing technical and experiential methods to engage with time. Vanguart pioneers a distinctive vision within Haute Horlogerie, forging an unparalleled path in the domain of independent watchmaking.