Sabalenka overpowers Rybakina for first Grand Slam win
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Aryna Sabalenka celebrates with the trophy after winning the Australian Open title on Saturday. Photo: Reuters
Aryna Sabalenka tamed her nerves to blast her way to a maiden Grand Slam title at the Australian Open, with a 4-6 6-3 6-4 win over Kazakh 22nd seed Elena Rybakina in a thrilling final featuring two power-hitters in the women's game.