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Tennis-Sabalenka eyes Australian Open win to widen gap on rankings rivals


Published on 2025-01-08 21:05:20 - MSN
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  • Aryna Sabalenka will look to join a select group of players to win three straight Australian Open titles this month but the big question ahead of the year's first Grand Slam is can anyone stop the Belarusian from tightening her grip on the women's game?

Aryna Sabalenka, the current world No. 2 in women's tennis, is aiming to defend her Australian Open title to further solidify her position at the top of the rankings. Having won the tournament in 2023, Sabalenka has shown strong form leading into the 2024 event, with notable performances including a victory at the Adelaide International. Her success in Australia last year was part of a broader breakout season where she also reached the semi-finals at both the French Open and Wimbledon, and the final at the US Open. With Iga Swiatek, the current world No. 1, facing challenges due to a recent injury, Sabalenka has a golden opportunity to not only defend her title but also to potentially close the gap or even overtake Swiatek in the rankings. Sabalenka's aggressive playing style and improved mental resilience make her a formidable contender as she looks to widen the gap on her rankings rivals.

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