The women’s singles final at the Australian Open delivered another chapter in one of modern tennis’s most compelling rivalries. In Melbourne, Elena Andreyevna Rybakina defeated world No.1 Aryna Sabalenka 2–1 to capture her first Australian Open title and claim the second Grand Slam trophy of her career.

Power, Patience and Composure

Played at Rod Laver Arena, the final was defined by momentum shifts and high-quality baseline exchanges. Rybakina set the tone early with her powerful serve and flat groundstrokes, taking the opening set 6–4. Sabalenka responded in the second set, matching her opponent’s intensity and levelling the match with another 6–4 scoreline.

In the deciding set, Rybakina’s calm under pressure proved decisive. Capitalising on key break-point opportunities, she seized control of the match and closed out the final set 6–4 to seal a hard-fought 2–1 victory.

From Wimbledon Glory to Melbourne Triumph

Already a Wimbledon champion after her historic 2022 title, Rybakina’s success in Australia further underlined her status among the elite of women’s tennis. Known for one of the most powerful serves on the WTA Tour, combined with aggressive baseline play and remarkable emotional control, she has become one of the most difficult opponents on any surface.

Born in Moscow and representing Kazakhstan since 2018, Rybakina made history at Wimbledon by becoming the first player to win a Grand Slam singles title while competing under the Kazakh flag. Her Australian Open triumph now adds another landmark achievement to an already distinguished résumé.

A Statement at the Top Level

As women’s tennis continues to be shaped by stars such as Iga Świątek, Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff, Rybakina’s Melbourne victory sends a clear message. More than a one-time major winner, she has firmly established herself as a consistent Grand Slam contender and a defining force of the current era.