Elena Rybakina avenges Australian Open final loss to beat Aryna Sabalenka and claim Indian Wells title

Elena Rybakina claimed her first career win over Aryna Sabalenka on one of the biggest stages as a 7-6(11) 6-4 win secured her the Indian Wells title. Sabalenka stepped on the court with a perfect four-from-four record against Rybakina, including victory in the Australian Open final earlier this year. Ad The world No.

2 has been strong in all departments this season, but she threw in an awful display on serve and it enabled Rybakina to claim the win. WTA Indian WellsRybakina stuns Swiatek in straight sets, will meet Sabalenka in Indian Wells finalYESTERDAY AT 08:51 “It was an incredible two weeks here,” Rybakina said. “It is an amazing tournament and I want to thank everyone who makes this tournament possible.

«Hopefully I can come back and repeat next year this result.» Praising her opponent, Rybakina said: «I want to congratulate Aryna for the great two weeks, her great results this year and before, you have done amazing. “It is the first time it went my way and hopefully we play many more finals. “It is always a pleasure to play against you and the battles we have.” It was a tense start, with both coming under pressure on serve.

Sabalenka was the first to break, with the Belarusian fortunate to see a mishit forehand loop over her opponent and drop in. She consolidated the break with a strong hold, before her issues kicked in on serve. Alcaraz predicts 'great rivalry' with Sinner after semi-final win makes Medvdev final, No.

1 chance Raducanu not included in Great Britain Billie Jean King Cup squad Rybakina went on the attack and broke back in the eighth game, with Sabalenka coughing up a double fault on break point. Sabalenka fended off a set point in the 12th game when Rybakina threw a backhand over the baseline. The