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Sabalenka, Keys kick off Brisbane International campaign with wins

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Sabalenka, Keys Kick Off Brisbane International Campaign With Wins

By IANS News January 06, 2026 • 12:39 PM View: 252

Last year’s Australian Open finalists Madison Keys and Aryna Sabalenka have made strong opening statements in 2026, each beginning their new campaigns with convincing wins at the Brisbane International.

World No.1 Sabalenka opened her campaign in emphatic fashion, dismantling Spain’s Cristina Bucsa in 47 minutes on Tuesday, while defending Australian Open champion Keys secured a 6-4, 6-3 win against McCarthy Kessler in the second round at Pat Rafter Arena.

TAGS Brisbane International Australian Open Madison Keys Aryna Sabalenka World No Cristina Bucsa McCarthy Kessler Pat Rafter Arena Queensland Tennis Centre US Open Melbourne Park American McCartney Kessler Grand Slam

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