Elena Rybakina Claims Maiden Australian Open Title in Thrilling Final
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Firstpost•31-01-2026, 16:48
Elena Rybakina Claims Maiden Australian Open Title in Thrilling Final
- •Elena Rybakina defeated world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 to win her first Australian Open title.
- •This marks Rybakina's second Grand Slam title, adding to her 2022 Wimbledon victory.
- •Sabalenka, despite a strong comeback and leading 3-0 in the deciding set, was denied her third Melbourne Park victory.
- •Rybakina, representing Kazakhstan, rallied by winning five consecutive games after being down in the final set.
- •Both players praised each other's performance, with Sabalenka expressing hope for future success and Rybakina acknowledging the tough battle.
Why It Matters: Elena Rybakina secured her first Australian Open title, defeating Aryna Sabalenka in a hard-fought final.
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