World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka continued her impressive form at the Australian Open 2026 by defeating Elina Svitolina in straight sets in the women’s singles semi-final. Sabalenka’s dominant performance secured her a spot in the final for the fourth consecutive time, showcasing her prowess on the court.
Sabalenka’s powerful game and strong serves kept Svitolina on the back foot throughout the match, leaving little room for a comeback. With a high percentage of points won on both her first and second serves, Sabalenka displayed her control and command over the game.
Despite Svitolina’s efforts, she struggled to match Sabalenka’s pace and consistency, leading to a one-sided contest. Sabalenka capitalized on her break-point opportunities and outperformed Svitolina in total points won, highlighting her superiority on the court.
“An incredible achievement, but the job is not done yet,” remarked Sabalenka post-match, emphasizing her focus on the upcoming final. She expressed satisfaction with her performance, acknowledging Svitolina’s tough competition and her own strategic gameplay that led to a straight-sets victory.
Sabalenka, aiming for her third Australian Open title, will face either Elena Rybakina or Jessica Pegula in the final showdown on Saturday in Melbourne, setting the stage for an exciting championship match.
