The tennis player Elena Rybakina was crowned champion of the Australian Open after defeating the world number one, Aryna Sabalenka, with a score of 6-4, 4-6, 6-4. This victory represents a rematch for Rybakina, who had lost to Sabalenka in the 2023 final.
In an encounter full of emotion, Rybakina, seeded number five, managed to prevail after a promising start, losing the second set and facing a 3-0 disadvantage in the third. However, she demonstrated her strength by winning five consecutive games, regaining control of the match and sealing the victory with an ace.
This is Rybakina’s second Grand Slam title, having already triumphed at Wimbledon in 2022. Her performance in the current tournament is a clear indication of her resurgence, especially after winning the WTA Finals at the end of last year.
Rybakina, born in Moscow but representing Kazakhstan, celebrated her victory with her country’s flag, visible on the court while posing with the trophy.
It’s hard to find words now. Of course, I want to congratulate Aryna for her incredible results over a couple of years. I hope we’ll play many more finals together. It was a battle. Honestly.
Elena RybakinaRybakina also thanked her coaching team, including Stefano Vukov, to whom she attributed much of her improvement. Vukov received a silver plaque for his work as the champion’s coach.Elena Rybakina ganó el título del Abierto de Australia con una victoria de 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 sobre Aryna Sabalenka.Rybakina highlighted the importance of her support team, expressing her hope to continue successfully throughout the year.
For Sabalenka, this represents her second consecutive defeat in the Australian Open final.
Let’s hope next year will be a better result for me!
Aryna Sabalenka
Rybakina kept her composure during the match, allowing her serve and returns to speak for themselves. In the end, both players embraced at the net, with Rybakina celebrating her triumph with the fans.
