Aryna Sabalenka was left cringing after her on-court interview turned into chaos. After winning the Australian Open in 2023 and 2024, the Belarusian is seeking a third successive title in Melbourne and she got off to a great start on Sunday, handily beating Sloane Stephens.

World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka was able to overcome an early wobble to storm past Sloanne Stephens and make it to the second round of the Australian Open 2025. Sabalenka defeated Stephens 6-3, 6-2 on Sunday,

Aryna Sabalenka has started her bid to become the first woman in a quarter-century to win three consecutive Australian Open titles with a 6-3, 6-2 victory over 2017 U.S. Open champion Sloane Stephens

The Australian Open is here, with the top half of the women’s draw and the bottom half of the men’s draw opening proceedings in Melbourne. Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka headlines the first day, with Americans and Australians alike looking to cause upsets and men’s second seed Alexander Zverev looking to take his first step towards a debut major win.

Consecutive Australian Open winner Aryna Sabalenka is aiming for a feat only a few others have completed. The world no.1 only dropped one set on her way to winning the 2023 and 2024 titles at Melbourne Park.