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Sabalenka and Rybakina set for Australian Open women's final rematch
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Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina will clash in the Australian Open 2026 women's singles final on Saturday night at Rod Laver Arena, a rematch of their 2023 decider won by Sabalenka. Both players have reached the final without dropping a set, showcasing dominant serves and baseline power throughout the tournament. Sabalenka seeks a third Melbourne title, while Rybakina aims for her second Grand Slam crown.
Aryna Sabalenka edged Elena Rybakina 3-6, 6-3, 7-6(6) to win the Indian Wells title on March 16, 2026. The victory improved her head-to-head record against the Kazakh to 9-7. Sabalenka praised Rybakina as the kindest player on tour despite painful past losses.
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The 2026 BNP Paribas Open advances to its main draw on Friday, March 6, with top seeds like Aryna Sabalenka and Victoria Mboko taking the court for the first time. Sabalenka returns after the Australian Open final, while Mboko makes her debut as a Top 10 player. Coco Gauff also begins her campaign amid a packed schedule of WTA and ATP matches.