Elena Rybakina: From Fifth Seed to Australian Open Champion!

Elena Rybakina just crushed Aryna Sabalenka to claim the 2026 Australian Open title on January 31, with a nail-biting score of 6-4, 4-6, 6-4! This epic win marks her first Major title in Melbourne, adding to her Wimbledon triumph. Rybakina, the fifth seed, avenged her 2023 final loss like a true champion, now flexing as World No. 3!