A terrific Australian Open final indicated Iga Swiatek will soon have company at the top of the women's game in the form of Australian open winner Aryna Sabalenka.
Aryna Sabalenka's first grand slam title tasted very sweet indeed after downing Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina - even more so because of the tough times that preceded it.
Aryna Sabalenka battled her way back from a set down to beat Elena Rybakina in the Australian Open final for her maiden grand slam title.
Aryna Sabalenka will take on Elena Rybakina in a power battle in the final of the Australian Open.
Aryna Sabalenka will take on surprise package Magda Linette in the semi-finals of the Australian Open.
Aryna Sabalenka gave a statement of her intent at the Australian Open by powering past Belinda Bencic to reach the quarter-finals.