Sabalenka Starts 2026 with a 47-Minute Brisbane Masterclass
Aryna Sabalenka began the year with a dominant Brisbane performance, taking her singles match in 47 minutes after a doubles win with Paula Badosa. She defeated Cristina Bucsa 6-0, 6-1 at Pat Rafter Arena to reach the third round. Sabalenka highlighted her strong serve and attacking play in post-match comments. The day also featured several notable results as the tournament kicked into gear.