In a rematch of the most recent US Open final, Aryna Sabalenka avenged the loss with a 7-6(2) 6-4 victory over Coco Gauff in a spectacular semifinal showdown at Rod Laver Arena which put the Belarusian just one win away from another Australian Open triumph.
Wearing the red Nike Spring Slam Dress, Sabalenka took early control with a commanding 5-2 lead, capitalizing on Gauff’s struggle with five double faults in her initial three service games. Staying cool under pressure, Gauff initiated a remarkable comeback and managed to level at 5-5, which included saving a set point and hitting the fastest serve at the tournament with the speed of 201 km/h.