Aryna Sabalenka beats Mirra Andreeva to reach Brisbane International final against Polina Kudermetova

Aryna Sabalenka secured her spot in the Brisbane International final after defeating rising star Mirra Andreeva in a commanding performance. The Belarusian, currently ranked No. 2 in the world, showcased her powerful game and mental toughness to overcome the 17-year-old Andreeva in straight sets, booking a place in the final against Polina Kudermetova.

Sabalenka’s victory was marked by her aggressive baseline play, dominating Andreeva with strong serves and precise groundstrokes. Despite Andreeva’s impressive run in the tournament, Sabalenka’s experience and consistency proved too much for the young Russian to handle, with the match concluding 6-3, 6-2.

After the win, Sabalenka expressed her satisfaction with the performance, noting that Andreeva is a talented up-and-comer but emphasizing her own focus on staying aggressive throughout the match. “Mirra is an incredible young player with a bright future, but I knew I had to bring my best today to make it to the final,” Sabalenka said in her post-match interview.

Next, Sabalenka will face Russia’s Polina Kudermetova in the Brisbane International final. Kudermetova earned her place in the final after a stellar tournament run, making the upcoming match a highly anticipated showdown. Sabalenka will be aiming for her first title of the 2025 season and will look to carry her momentum into the final against the in-form Kudermetova.

Both players are expected to bring their best to the final, with Sabalenka’s power and Kudermetova’s all-court game setting the stage for a thrilling encounter. As the top seed in the tournament, Sabalenka remains the favorite, but Kudermetova’s solid performance throughout the competition suggests a competitive battle for the Brisbane International title.