Following two consecutive Australian Open wins, Aryna Sabalenka suffered her second consecutive final defeat, this time at the hands of Elena Rybakina. Despite leading in the third set, Sabalenka couldn’t resist Rybakina’s aggression, ultimately losing 6-4 4-6 6-4. This loss marks Sabalenka’s third defeat in her last four major finals, with Rybakina proving to be a formidable opponent. Sabalenka acknowledged her disappointment and praised Rybakina’s performance, highlighting the need for reflection and improvement moving forward.
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