World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka battled past Amanda Anisimova 6-3, 3-6, 6-3 to book her spot in the WTA Finals championship match against Elena Rybakina, with both players vying for their first Billie Jean King Trophy.
In a tense semifinal, Sabalenka’s trademark power and composure proved decisive in the third set. The Belarusian, last year’s runner-up, now leads Rybakina 8–5 in their head-to-head, including a win in the 2023 Australian Open final. “It was an incredible fight,” Sabalenka said. “I’m super happy to get the win and ready to give everything in the last match of the season.”