Elena Rybakina Wins Australian Open After Stunning Comeback Against Aryna Sabalenka

Elena Rybakina captures her second career Grand Slam singles title on Saturday (January 31) at Melbourne’s Australian Open tennis tournament.

The 26-year-old Kazakhstani star defeated world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in a thrilling three set final, 6-4, 4-6, 6-4, inside Rod Laver Arena.

Elena recorded her 10th consecutive victory over a Top 10 opponent, a feat achieved by only five women this century (Justine Henin, Amelie Mauresmo, Serena Williams, Venus Williams and Iga Swiatek).