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Twitter Reacts to Rybakina’s Crowning Achievement in Melbourne

Social Media reacts to Elena Rybakina's maiden Aussie Open title.

By Chris Oddo
01/31/2026

Elena Rybakina rallied from 3-0 down in the final set to defeat Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 4-6, 6-4. With the win she claims her second major title, and first since Wimbledon in 2023. Now, a look at the social media reaction.

She has won 10 consecutive matches against the Top 10

10/10 🏆 https://t.co/u6PWBvZ3vp pic.twitter.com/y0FFghneDE
— #AusOpen (@AustralianOpen) January 31, 2026

It’s Been a While

1,302 days after winning her first Grand Slam title, Elena Rybakina is back in the Winner's Circle at a major 🥹 #AusOpen pic.twitter.com/buqVT5LDym
— Tennis Channel (@TennisChannel) January 31, 2026

Another win over a World No.1

60% – Elena Rybakina is now the player with the highest winning percentage against the World No. 1 since the WTA Rankings were firstly published in 1975 (60.0%, 9-6) – min. 10 meetings. Unreal.#AusOpen | @AustralianOpen @WTA pic.twitter.com/4DkRordzjQ
— OptaAce (@OptaAce) January 31, 2026

Ice in the Veins

ELENA RYBAKINA IS AN AUSTRALIAN OPEN CHAMPION 🏆

The No.5 seed defeats Aryna Sabalenka in an enthralling three-set encounter in Melbourne 👏 @wwos • @espn • @tntsports • @wowowtennis • #AO26 pic.twitter.com/iWAAHFZFHR
Tennis Express
Grass-Court RacquetsThe frames the pros swing
Shop racquets →— #AusOpen (@AustralianOpen) January 31, 2026

What a Heater She is on!

Elena Rybakina is quiet but she’s a KILLER

2nd Grand Slam Title
10 straight wins over Top 10 Opponents
Wins in 20 of last 21 matches
Dropped ONE set all tournament

pic.twitter.com/dASTtyfSXF
— Barstool Tennis (@StoolTennis) January 31, 2026

From Caroline Garcia

Impressive level from Elena Rybakina! Well deserved!!

Great performance also from @SabalenkaA, future is bright for both of you and women’s tennis in general 🙌🏻 Can’t wait for the rest of the season!
— Caroline Garcia (@CaroGarcia) January 31, 2026

Billie Jean King

https://twitter.com/BillieJeanKing/status/2017554852184731958

Redemption Song

Redemption. 🏆

After falling to Aryna Sabalenka in the 2023 final, Elena Rybakina finally reigns supreme Down Under 🥹 #AusOpen pic.twitter.com/Hqzh36K0GO
— Tennis Channel (@TennisChannel) January 31, 2026

Elena and Daphne

A champions exit 🚶‍♀️

Elena Rybakina leaves Rod Laver Arena with the trophy 🤩#AO26 pic.twitter.com/MUp270m4Hc
— #AusOpen (@AustralianOpen) January 31, 2026

Sweet Victory

Elena Rybakina with Daphne. #AO26 pic.twitter.com/tWDroTJzkn
— Craig Tiley (@CraigTiley) January 31, 2026

Serving like… Serena?

Is Rybakina in all-time territory? Andy places her serve in the 🐐 tier alongside legend Serena Williams. Can you name a better server on the WTA tour right now? Catch the full conversation in our Day 14 Quick Served! 💥🎾 pic.twitter.com/mt02NJRgQR
— Served with Andy Roddick (@Served_Podcast) January 31, 2026

The Rocket

Congratulations to Elena Rybakina on her first Australian Open crown, a well-deserved achievement after a dominant summer. Bravo!
More AO trophies surely lie ahead for both you and Aryna Sabalenka. 🚀
— Rod Laver (@rodlaver) January 31, 2026

Chris Oddo. Chris Oddo is a freelance sportswriter, podcaster, blogger and social media marker who is a lead contributor to Tennisnow.com. He also writes for USOpen.org, Rolandgarros.com, BNPParibasOpen.com, TennisTV.com, WTAtennis.com and the official US Open program.

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