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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
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Daniel Harris

Sabalenka and Rybakina battle through: Australian Open 2026 semi-finals – as it happened

Elena Rybakina is back in the Australian Open final after reaching it in 2023.
Elena Rybakina is back in the Australian Open final after reaching it in 2023. Photograph: Tingshu Wang/Reuters

Righto, that’s us done for now. But fear not, we’ll be right back with you for the men’s semis and, in the meantime, we’ll have this evening’s Europa League matches to keep you from your life. Until next time, peace out.

Sabalenka tells TNT that overall she played great and her tactics worked, so she’s happy to win in straights. She’s a powerful player but thinks she proved that she’s got touch, a great slice and good defence.

Asked about the hindrance issue, she explains that it was a reaction, not deliberate, but natural, and says she’s grateful for it: “She pissed me off, I won that game which was important, so thanks a lot. Next time, don’t hesitate”

Then, asked if she’ll dance, she enjoys a little shimmy, and we’re apologised to for her frankly disguzting language; rightly so, I was in tears.

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