Sabalenka’s Australian Open prep sets up Brisbane final against Kostyuk

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by News AgenciesJanuary 10, 2026 at 02:09 PM

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Aryna Sabalenka defeated Karolina Muchova at the Brisbane International to advance to the final for the third consecutive year. The match, held on January 10, 2026, saw Sabalenka win in straight sets, 6-3, 6-4. Sabalenka will now face Marta Kostyuk in the final, after Kostyuk defeated Jessica Pegula 6-0, 6-3. Sabalenka, the defending champion and world number one, is using the Brisbane International as preparation for the Australian Open, which begins on January 18 in Melbourne Park. Sabalenka is seeking her third Australian Open trophy.

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