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Sarunrak Vitidsarn won the 2026 Vietnam Open women's singles title after starting in qualifying. VnExpress reports that the Thai player did not drop a set throughout her run.
Brazil, Argentina and Colombia secured places at the 2027 Women's Volleyball World Cup after the South American Championship's fourth day, Volleyball World reports.
Japan retained the men's Asian volleyball title with a 3-0 final victory over Iran, securing qualification for Los Angeles 2028, Volleyball World reports.
Elena Rybakina beat Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 5-7, 6-2 in the September 12 U.S. Open final for her third Grand Slam title, VnExpress reports.
Vietnam's sports authorities reviewed preparations for the fifth Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya on September 11. The proposed team includes 21 athletes in athletics, swimming, powerlifting, badminton and table tennis.
Volleyball World confirmed eight teams for the 2026 Men's Club World Championship in Poland. Host club Aluron CMC Warta Zawiercie joins defending champion Perugia and Ziraat Bankkart.
Vietnam's sports authorities reviewed the shooting and athletics teams' preparations on September 11 ahead of the Asian Games in Japan. The visit covered technical readiness, living conditions and recovery.
Alexander Zverev criticized the US Open semifinal schedule before facing Karen Khachanov. He argued that their 3 p.m. New York start on September 11 offered less favorable recovery timing than the evening match between Ben Shelton and Frances Tiafoe.
Late finishes at the US Open have renewed debate over players' recovery time. Alexander Zverev said he did not reach bed until 6:45 a.m. on one occasion after completing his post-match routine.
