Sabalenka beats Rybakina to win first Indian Wells title
Mar 15th 2026
World number one Aryna Sabalenka edged Elena Rybakina 3-6, 6-3, 7-6 (8-6), saving a championship point to claim her first Indian Wells trophy.
- Sabalenka beat Elena Rybakina 3-6, 6-3, 7-6 (8-6) after saving a championship point with a backhand winner.
- This is Sabalenka's first Indian Wells title after two previous final defeats at the event.
- The match featured sustained momentum swings, with Sabalenka recovering after losing the opening set.
- Sabalenka marked a big personal week that included getting engaged and a new puppy.