Rybakina wins Australian Open final against Sabalenka.

Fifth seed Elena Rybakina triumphs in the Australian Open final, defeating world number one Aryna Sabalenka in a thrilling 6-4 4-6 6-4 victory in Melbourne. Rybakina’s powerful performance secured her first Australian Open title, showcasing her ability to challenge Sabalenka on hardcourts. The Kazakh player, who also won Wimbledon in 2022 and the 2025 WTA Finals, expressed gratitude to her fans and acknowledged Sabalenka’s achievements. Sabalenka, seeking a third Australian Open title, fell short in a tense final set, with Rybakina sealing the win with a decisive ace, leaving Sabalenka emotional but gracious in defeat.

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