Sabalenka Faces Rybankina Again In Brisbane Final

 

The big-hitting pair have played seven times before, including in last year's Australian Open final, where Sabalenka fought back from a set down to win.

The two top seeds in Brisbane have been in fine form and were comprehensive winners on Saturday, with Sabalenka defeating fellow Belarusian Victoria Azarenka 6-2 6-4 after Rybakina had seen off Czech teenager Linda Noskova 6-3 6-2.

Let's just say it's going to be great battle as always," said Sabalenka.

"Always great matches against Elena. I think we're both serving really well.

"We're both playing really super aggressive tennis. I think that's why all the matches are pretty tight."