"meltdown" in the second set before rallying to win a third-set tiebreak.
Azarenka secured her first win in the rivalry after Rybakina was forced to retire due to illness just four games into the first set ( Elena Rybakina - Victoria Azarenka
Elena Rybakina holds a career head-to-head lead over Victoria Azarenka as of early 2026. Their rivalry is defined by a clash of styles: Rybakina’s explosive power and serve against Azarenka’s veteran consistency and elite return game. Recent Encounters (2024) "meltdown" in the second set before rallying to
Rybakina advanced after Azarenka withdrew mid-match with the score at Rybakina suffered a
In one of their most thrilling matches, Rybakina "escaped" with a victory. After winning the first set, Rybakina suffered a