💨 Abstract

Aryna Sabalenka, the world number one, began her Australian Open title defense with a 6-3 6-2 win over Sloane Stephens. Despite being broken twice in the first set, Sabalenka used her powerful forehand to win 15 consecutive matches at hard court Grand Slams. She will next face Spaniard Jessica Bouzas Maneiro in the second round.

Courtesy: theprint.in

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