Rybakina Crowned Australian Open Champion, Calls it a 'Happy Slam'

• Elena Rybakina made history by becoming the first Kazakh player to win the Australian Open women's singles title.
• She defeated top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka in a thrilling three-set contest, 6-4, 4-6, 6-4.
• This marks Rybakina's second major title, following her Wimbledon 2022 victory, making her the first Kazakhstani to win both.
• Rybakina expressed pride in her team and hopes for more finals against Sabalenka, who vowed to win next year.
• She is the sixth player in the Open Era to secure her first two major titles on grass and hard court.

Why It Matters: Elena Rybakina secures historic Australian Open title, her second major, defeating Aryna Sabalenka.