Aryna Sabalenka
Elena Rybakina defeats Aryna Sabalenka to win Australian Open
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Elena Rybakina claimed her first Australian Open title and second Grand Slam crown by rallying from a 3-0 deficit in the third set to beat world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 in the women's singles final. The Kazakhstani avenged her 2023 loss to Sabalenka in Melbourne, showcasing composure under pressure. This victory propels Rybakina back to No. 3 in the WTA rankings.
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka defeated No. 17 seed Victoria Mboko 6-1, 7-6(1) to advance to the Australian Open quarterfinals for the fourth straight year. The match in Melbourne showcased Sabalenka's resilience in a tight second set. Mboko, the 2025 WTA Newcomer of the Year, mounted a strong comeback but fell short in the tiebreak.
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World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka advanced to the second round of the 2026 Australian Open with a 6-4, 6-1 victory over French qualifier Tiantsoa Rakotomanga Rajaonah. During the match, Sabalenka accidentally hit her opponent in the face with a ball, creating an awkward moment. Post-match, she celebrated with a selfie alongside tennis legends Roger Federer and Rod Laver.