The Australian Open 2026 women’s singles final between Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina is scheduled to be played on Saturday, January 31.
The stage is set for a thrilling final at the Australian Open as world No.1 and top seed Sabalenka faces fifth seed Rybakina at the iconic Rod Laver Arena.
This is a rematch of the 2023 Australian Open final, where Sabalenka won in three sets. Both players have reached the final without dropping a single set, making this one of the most evenly matched women’s finals in recent years.
Australian Open 2026 Women’s Final: Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Aryna Sabalenka vs Elena Rybakina |
| Date | Saturday, January 31, 2026 |
| Venue | Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne |
| Surface | Hard Court |
| Format | Best of 3 Sets |
Sabalenka vs Rybakina Final: Start Time (Country-wise)
| Country / Region | Match Start Time |
|---|---|
| Melbourne (AEDT) | 7:30 PM |
| India (IST) | 2:00 PM |
| USA (ET) | 3:30 AM |
| UK (GMT) | 8:30 AM |
| Canada (ET) | 3:30 AM |
| Spain (CET) | 9:30 AM |
Note: Timings are approximate and subject to minor delays.
Australian Open 2026 Women’s Final: Where to Watch
Where can viewers watch the Sabalenka vs Rybakina final in India?
- Live Telecast: Sony Sports Network
- Live Streaming: Sony LIV app and website
Where to watch the match in the USA?
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Streaming: ESPN+ and ESPN app
Where can fans watch the final in the UK?
- TV & Streaming: TNT Sports and Discovery+
Where to watch the match in Canada?
- TV & Streaming: TSN channels and TSN Plus (RDS for French viewers)
Where can viewers watch the match in Spain?
- TV & Streaming: Eurosport channels and Discovery+
Is free streaming available?
- Australia: 9Now app offers free live streaming
- Viewers outside Australia may check official platforms for free trials where available
Sabalenka is chasing her third Australian Open title and fifth Grand Slam crown overall, aiming to further strengthen her dominance on hard courts. Rybakina, the 2022 Wimbledon champion, is eyeing her second Grand Slam title and her first Australian Open trophy.
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With a close head-to-head record and both players in top form, the final promises a high-quality battle filled with powerful serves, aggressive baseline play, and mental toughness.
