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Aryna Sabalenka, Elena Rybakina To Open 2026 At Brisbane International

Brisbane organizers confirmed both start their 2026 seasons at the WTA 500 in January. Sabalenka returns as defending champion after five wins this year. Rybakina, the 2024 winner, routed Sabalenka 6-0, 6-3 in that final. The rivalry resumes on hard courts, with both among early favorites. Announcements mark Sabalenka’s third straight Brisbane entry, Rybakina’s second. Draw details to follow.