MELBOURNE, Australia (AP)
Aryna Sabalenka, the top-ranked player, is focusing on her previous five finals losses, including her defeat to Elena Rybakina at the WTA Finals, as motivation for their rematch in the Australian Open final. Sabalenka emphasizes a new mentality, having learned to manage frustrations during matches, and is on an 11-match winning streak. Rybakina, also seeking redemption after their close 2023 final, aims to leverage her experiences for a better outcome. Both players have advanced without dropping a set, marking a rare occurrence at Grand Slams.
