Sabalenka's ominously relaxed approach to Open final

A relaxed approach has helped Aryna Sabalenka make the Australian Open final without losing a set. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)

Unlike past years, when she might have been an emotional wreck, Aryna Sabalenka says she's entering the Australian Open final feeling stress-free and ready to play with freedom and no fear.

And with "extra motivation" after letting slip last year's US Open title from a set up in the championship showdown against American teenager Coco Gauff.