Aryna Sabalenka said she is determined to look ahead after beginning her US Open women’s singles title defence with a 6-2, 6-4 win against Camila Osorio

Aryna Sabalenka brushed off concerns about her slumping form on Friday as she prepared to launch her bid for a third straight US Open crown.

The world No. 1 and two-time defending champion comes into this year's event on the back of a difficult run of form.