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[^2]\n\nAryna Sabalenka defeated Kamilla Rakhimova in straight sets to reach the fourth round of the US Open at Flushing Meadows. [^3]\n\nAryna Sabalenka, the world number one tennis player, criticized a reporter for suggesting her off-court activities during the US Open involved 'parties and fun' instead of training. [^4]\n\nAt the time of the interruption, Sabalenka was leading 3-0 against Uzbekistan's Kamilla Rakhimova. [^5]\n\nSabalenka arrived at the tournament after losing in the fourth round of her past three tournaments and needing help to stay atop the WTA rankings. [^6]\n\nSabalenka, the top seed, is aiming to become the first player to win three consecutive titles in Flushing Meadows since Serena Williams from 2012 to 2014. [^7]\n\nSabalenka pointed to the stands and complained to the chair umpire about a strong smell of marijuana coming from the spectators. 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