Australian Open champion Aryna Sabalenka has described Melbourne as “a second home” as she embarks on a historic quest to win a third consecutive Australian Open.

Aryna Sabalenka has won widespread praise for a classy and composed runner-up speech after the Australian Open final - just minutes after she smashed her racquet and stormed off court before the trophy presentation.

2023 — Aryna Sabalenka def. Elana Rybakina, 4-6, 6-3, 6-4. 2022 — Ashleigh Barty def. Danielle Collins, 6-3 7-6 (2). 2021 — Naomi Osaka def. Jennifer Brady, 6-4, 6-3. 2020 — Sofia Kenin def. Garbiñe Muguruza, 4-6, 6-2, 6-2. 2019 — Naomi Osaka def. Petra Kvitova, 7-6 (2), 5-7, 6-4.

Aryna Sabalenka missed the chance to become the first woman this century to win three straight Australian Open titles, losing the final to Madison Keys.

After being wiped out in her first grand slam final, Madison Keys feared she may never have another chance. Against Aryna Sabalenka, she made sure to take every one she got.

The list details the champions of the Australian Open women's singles from its inception in 1922 to 2025. It showcases the victories of notable tennis players, both Australian and international, who have claimed the prestigious title,

Aryna Sabalenka is the undisputed queen of the hard courts, and there are signs that she could soon completely dominate women's tennis.

Madison Keys has learnt plenty since her last, and first, grand slam final – mainly to embrace the prospect of being “uncomfortable 99 per cent of the time”.

Aryna Sabalenka is aiming for a historic three-peat at Melbourne Park. Will Madison Keys stop her with the feel good story of the tournament?

MELBOURNE — Madison Keys fought back from a set down on Thursday to shock Iga Swiatek in a nail-biter and set up an Australian Open final against two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka. The 19th seed battled through a thrilling semifinal on a final-set tiebreak against the world number two 5-7,

Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka will battle American 19th seed Madison Keys in the final on Saturday looking to become the first woman since Martina Hingis from 1997-99 to win the Australian Open title three times in a row.