Overview
- Top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka defeated Marta Kostyuk 6-4, 6-3 to defend her Brisbane International crown without dropping a set.
- The victory marked Sabalenka’s 22nd WTA singles title and her second consecutive Brisbane trophy.
- Kostyuk reached the final with a breakout run that included three wins over top-10 opponents, highlighted by a 6-0, 6-3 triumph against No. 6 Jessica Pegula.
- The post-match presentation reflected ongoing tensions as there was no handshake, Kostyuk used her speech to spotlight hardships in Ukraine, and Sabalenka made a biceps‑kissing gesture.
- The Australian Open begins Jan. 18 in Melbourne, where Sabalenka targets a third title in four years after finishing runner-up last year.