Elena Rybakina is the queen of Melbourne. Rybakina defeated Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 in the 2026 Australian Open women's final.

Elena Rybakina has beaten Aryna Sabalenka in three sets to win the 2026 Australian Open women’s singles title (6-4, 4-6, 6-4). The No. 5 seed made a strong start, breaking in the first game of the match and winning the first set 6-4.

Elena Rybakina finally won her second Grand Slam title after a 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 victory over top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka at the women's Australian Open final on Saturday, avenging her loss in the championship decider in 2023.

Novak Djokovic is into the Australian Open final for the 11th time in his legendary career after a five-set win over Jannik Sinner in the semifinal on Friday.

The Australian Open finals between Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic and Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina -- the first Grand Slam of the season -- will air on ESPN.

Elena Rybakina won the Australian Open title with a 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 victory over top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka that avenged her loss in the 2023 championship.

The 2026 Australian Open runs from Jan. 12 through Feb. 1. Check out how to watch the tournament action on ESPN.