Marta Kostyuk

Marta Kostyuk is a professional tennis player. She is newsworthy due to her recent performance at the Brisbane International in January 2026, a tune-up tournament for the Australian Open. Kostyuk reached the final of the tournament, where she faced Aryna Sabalenka, the world number one and defending champion. While Kostyuk played well, she was ultimately defeated by Sabalenka in straight sets, 6-4, 6-3. This marked Sabalenka's second consecutive Brisbane International title. Kostyuk's appearance in the final highlights her current form and positions her as a player to watch as she heads into the Australian Open. Her performance in Brisbane demonstrates her potential to compete at a high level against top-ranked players.