Aryna Sabalenka will be aiming to solidify her greatness with a third Australian Open title in the final against Elena Rybakina.
The world no.1 is in her fourth consecutive Melbourne Park final – ironically defeating Rybakina in her first AO decider in 2023.
But Rybakina is a Wimbledon champion herself and will be keen to become a multiple major title-winner.
The Sporting News is following the Aryna Sabalenka vs. Elena Rybakina match live, providing score updates and commentary as it happens
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Aryna Sabalenka vs. Elena Rybakina live score – Australian Open final
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Aryna Sabalenka vs. Elena Rybakina updates, highlights and commentary
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7:24 PM: After a warm week, Melbourne has really turned it on for tonight’s final with… rain. Fortunately, we can confirm the roof will remain closed, so weather will be no issue tonight.
7:15 PM: Play shouldn’t be far away! Just 15 minutes until scheduled start time.
7:00 PM: Obviously, both players enter tonight’s match in brilliant form. Neither player has dropped a set all tournament. Are we in store for another straight setter?
6:45 PM: Sabalenka is suiting up to try and become just the eighth woman ever to win three Australian Opens, while Rybakina is preparing for her third ever grand slam final.
6:30 PM: Sabalenka leads the H2H 8-6 – including the 2023 Australian Open final. However Rybakina defeated the world no.1 twice on hard court in straight sets through 2025.
6:28 PM: The players are expected to enter the court at approximately 7:30 PM for first serve at 7:40 PM
6:25 PM (local time): Welcome to Rod Laver Arena for tonight’s Australian Open women’s final between Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina.
How to watch the Australian Open: TV channel, free-to-air guide in Australia
The Nine Network is the free-to-air home of the Australian Open in 2026.
All key matches will be broadcast free on TV across the Channel 9 and 9Gem channels.
Broadcast schedules will be determined on a daily basis but matches involving Australians and other notable players will typically receive free-to-air priority.
Channel 9 will serve as the main broadcast channel with 9Gem also providing day-long coverage.
Australian Open live stream: How to watch online in Australia
Aussie fans can stream this year’s Australian Open on subscription service Stan Sport.
In 2026 every match will be streamed live and on demand in 4K, making it the perfect choice for dedicated tennis fans who want uninterrupted coverage.
Stan Sport will also feature tournament shoulder programming including the magazine-style show Grand Slam Daily streaming every morning.
