The Art of the Finish: Sabalenka Shows How to Close a Grand Slam Final

Winning a Grand Slam final is an art form, and Aryna Sabalenka just painted her masterpiece. Her 6-3, 7-6 (3) victory over Amanda Anisimova was a brilliant demonstration of how to close a championship match, blending aggressive play with unshakable nerve in the decisive moments.
The most difficult games in tennis are often the closing ones, a fact Sabalenka learned the hard way in past finals. This time, when she faltered at the finish line at 5-4, she didn’t panic. Instead, she reset and put on a clinic in how to finish a match under pressure.
Her process was methodical. First, she secured a tough service hold at 5-6 to stop her opponent’s momentum. Then, she entered the tiebreak and elevated her game to an untouchable level, playing with a clarity and purpose that left no doubt about the outcome. She did not play passively or hope for mistakes; she actively seized the title.
This performance was the mark of a mature champion who has mastered the difficult art of the finish. It was a lesson for her opponents and a clear signal that the days of her faltering at the final hurdle are over.