Overview
- Aryna Sabalenka defeated Marta Kostyuk 6-4, 6-3 to secure back-to-back Brisbane International crowns.
- She did not drop a set all week and collected her 22nd career title, now third among active WTA players for total trophies.
- Kostyuk reached the final with three consecutive top-10 victories, highlighted by a 6-0, 6-3 win over Jessica Pegula.
- The post-match scene was tense with no handshake, and Sabalenka’s biceps‑kissing gesture during the ceremony drew attention.
- Sabalenka’s path included beating Madison Keys in the quarterfinals and Karolina Muchova 6-3, 6-4 in the semifinals ahead of the Australian Open starting January 18.