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January 29, 2026
Rybakina survives rally from Pegula to set up Sabalenka rematch in final
6-3, 7-6 (7) victory books repeat of 2023 Melbourne final
TL;DR
- Elena Rybakina defeated Jessica Pegula 6-3, 7-6 (7) in the Australian Open semi-finals.
- Rybakina will face Aryna Sabalenka in the Australian Open final, a rematch of the 2023 final.
- Pegula mounted a comeback in the second set, saving match points and forcing a tie-break.
- Rybakina had a strong first set, dominating with her serve and powerful strokes.
- This marks Rybakina's third Grand Slam final appearance.
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