Baptiste Upsets Sabalenka in Madrid, Advances to Semi vs Andreeva
American Hailey Baptiste defeated world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka 2-6, 6-2, 7-6(6) at the Madrid Open to reach the semifinals, where she’ll face Mirra Andreeva ahead of Roland Garros.
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Gauff earns maiden Miami final to set up Sabalenka showdown
Coco Gauff cruised past Karolina Muchova 6-1, 6-1 to reach her first Miami Open final and will face world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka, who beat Elena Rybakina to set up the final; Sabalenka is chasing the Sunshine Double as she starts the year strongly.
Rybakina Captures 2026 Australian Open Crown
Elena Rybakina defeated Aryna Sabalenka in a 6–4, 4–6, 6–4 comeback to win the 2026 Australian Open, her second major title, solidifying her status as a top player and highlighting a rising, high-stakes rivalry.
Rybakina ends four-year major drought with Australian Open triumph
Elena Rybakina defeated Aryna Sabalenka in three sets to win the Australian Open, ending a four-year wait for another major and rejoining the world No. 1 conversation.
Rybakina edges Sabalenka in Australian Open final as Sabalenka rues missed aggression
Elena Rybakina defeated Aryna Sabalenka in a tightly fought Australian Open final, leveraging aggressive play and solid serving to seal the title. Sabalenka admitted some regrets, saying she could have been more aggressive on her serve when she briefly led 3-0 before the momentum swung to Rybakina, while praising her opponent’s performance and noting improvement ahead of future majors.
Rybakina roars back to win Australian Open final against Sabalenka
Elena Rybakina recovered from a set down to beat world No.1 Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 in the Australian Open women’s final at Rod Laver Arena, sealing her second Grand Slam title and avenging her 2023 defeat to Sabalenka. Sabalenka’s bid to win Melbourne for a third time ended in a hard-fought three-set clash, while the men's final between Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic looms for Sunday.
Rybakina edges Sabalenka to lift Australian Open in Melbourne
Elena Rybakina defeated world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 in the Australian Open final to win her maiden Melbourne title, adding the Daphne Akhurst Memorial Cup and marking her second major after Wimbledon 2022 as she toppled Sabalenka in a hard-fought final.
Rybakina dethrones Sabalenka to claim Australian Open title
Elena Rybakina of Kazakhstan defeated world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in the Australian Open final in Melbourne to secure her second Grand Slam title.
Sabalenka Seals Australian Open Final Spot as Handshake Warning Sparks Crowd Attention
Aryna Sabalenka beat Elina Svitolina in the Australian Open semifinal and will face Elina Rybakina in the final, as officials issued a rare warning that there would be no post‑match handshake to avoid crowd confusion amid Ukraine‑Russia tensions; the players also posed for separate pre‑match photos, highlighting the tournament’s sensitivity around the Ukraine conflict.
Aryna Sabalenka Advances to Brisbane Final
Aryna Sabalenka reached her third consecutive Brisbane International final with a 6-3, 6-4 win over Karolina Muchova, setting up a final against Marta Kostyuk, who defeated Jessica Pegula. Sabalenka aims for her third Australian Open title, while Switzerland reached the United Cup final for the first time by beating Belgium.
Brisbane International 2026: Key Matchups, Schedule, and Prize Money
The Brisbane International features a strong field with top players like Sabalenka and Keys, promising exciting matches and potential showdowns, including a possible quarterfinal between Sabalenka and Keys, as the tournament serves as a key lead-up to the Australian Open.
Kyrgios Tops Sabalenka in Battle of the Sexes Match
Nick Kyrgios defeated Aryna Sabalenka in a Battle of the Sexes-style exhibition match that was less intense than expected, with Kyrgios winning in straight sets. The event was hyped up but ultimately served as a casual showcase, highlighting Kyrgios's return to fitness and Sabalenka's competitive spirit.
Aryna Sabalenka Dominates 2025 WTA Awards
Aryna Sabalenka was named Player of the Year for the second consecutive time, dominating the season with multiple titles and a top ranking. Katerina Siniakova and Taylor Townsend won Doubles Team of the Year, while Amanda Anisimova was recognized as Most Improved Player. Belinda Bencic made a notable comeback, earning the Comeback Player of the Year award, and Victoria Mboko was named Newcomer of the Year after a remarkable rise from outside the top 300 to top 20.
Rybakina Defeats Sabalenka to Win WTA Finals and Record Prize
Aryna Sabalenka, after losing to Elena Rybakina in the WTA Finals final, was visibly upset, sitting with her team and showing signs of frustration, highlighting her competitive nature and the ongoing challenge to secure missing major titles despite her recent successes.
Rybakina Claims Historic WTA Title as Sabalenka Faces Defeat
Elena Rybakina defeated Aryna Sabalenka in the WTA Finals final, winning a record-breaking $5.235 million prize and her biggest title since Wimbledon 2022, while Sabalenka, despite losing, set a new season earnings record and expressed emotional disappointment after her loss.