Sabalenka Beats Kostyuk to Win Third Brisbane Title

Aryna Sabalenka once again proved why Brisbane feels like home as the world No. 1 powered past Marta Kostyuk to claim her third Brisbane International title in emphatic fashion. Under the lights and with the crowd buzzing, Sabalenka delivered a masterclass in controlled aggression, blending raw power with improved composure to cap off a dominant week in Australia.

From the opening games, Sabalenka set the tone. Her serve thundered through the court, regularly pushing Kostyuk on the defensive, while her groundstrokes found the lines with ruthless precision. Kostyuk, fearless and energetic, tried to disrupt Sabalenka’s rhythm with sharp angles and early ball striking, but the Belarusian absorbed the pressure and struck back harder. In key moments, Sabalenka’s experience shone through—saving break points, stepping inside the baseline, and refusing to let the match slip.

This victory carries extra weight. By lifting the Brisbane trophy for the third time, Sabalenka joins an elite group of players who have repeatedly conquered the event, reinforcing her status as one of the most formidable forces on hard courts. More importantly, it signals that her hunger is far from satisfied. Each title seems to fuel her belief, and Brisbane has become the perfect launchpad for her Australian summer ambitions.

For Kostyuk, the loss should not overshadow a strong run. Reaching the final showcased her growing maturity and competitiveness at the top level. She pushed Sabalenka into uncomfortable exchanges and showed flashes of the fearless tennis that continues to make her one of the tour’s most intriguing talents.

As for Sabalenka, the win sends a clear message ahead of the Australian Open: she is locked in, confident, and ready to defend her dominance. The combination of explosive power and emotional control—once considered her weakness—now looks like her greatest strength.

Three Brisbane titles. One commanding performance. And a champion who seems to be peaking at exactly the right time. If this final was any indication, Sabalenka’s rivals in Melbourne have every reason to be on high alert.