Flawless Tiebreak Carries Sabalenka to Fourth Grand Slam Trophy

When the US Open final against Amanda Anisimova reached its most critical juncture, Aryna Sabalenka was simply flawless. The World No. 1 played a perfect tiebreak to close out a 6-3, 7-6 (3) victory, demonstrating the clutch gene that has defined her season and securing her fourth major championship.
After a dramatic end to the second set where she was broken serving for the title, the pressure was immense. The momentum had shifted to Anisimova, and the New York crowd was roaring for an American comeback. However, Sabalenka entered the tiebreak with an aura of calm invincibility, a stark contrast to the nervous energy she has shown in past finals.
She executed her game plan to perfection, hitting her spots on serve and unleashing powerful, accurate groundstrokes that left Anisimova with no answers. She won the tiebreak 7-3, a dominant performance that slammed the door on any hopes of a third set. It was a masterclass in handling pressure and a fitting end to her championship run.
This ability to elevate her game in tiebreaks—where she is now on a 19-match winning streak—has become a defining characteristic. It reflects a deep-seated confidence and mental strength that has propelled her to the pinnacle of the sport.