New Delhi: Elena Rybakina defeated World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 to clinch the maiden Australian Open title at the Rod Laver Arena on Saturday, January 31. She exacted revenge for her defeat against Sabalenka in the 2023 Australian Open final.
Exceptional. Elite. Elena 👑
Elena Rybakina is the 2026 Australian Open CHAMPION 🏆 pic.twitter.com/bHuSk06dop
— #AusOpen (@AustralianOpen) January 31, 2026
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