Ash Barty vs. Aryna Sabalenka | 2021 Madrid Final | WTA Match Highlights

[@WTA]

𝗦𝗘𝗡𝗦𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 Sabalenka 🚀 The Belarusian snaps the World No.1's red clay win streak at 16 matches to claim her first title on the dirt! How impressed were you with the new WTA World No.4 in Madrid this week?

[@rahil5989]

Ruthless performance throughout the whole tournament, a decade ago azarenka finished runner up here to kvitova, also to serena next year. Finally sabalenka got it for her country. Also she gave a good birthday gift to herself.

[@rahil5989]

@Einars Dubrovskis lol umpires favored her so much that she won first set 6-0 against barty, have you forgotten the head to head between them is 4-4 now and sabalenka has also beaten her in wuhan final. Stop your dumb comment it doesn't make any sense.

[@milugardeimagenysonido]

I always thought Sabalenka could become the new Serena, she´s so powerful and she´s absorbing lots of experience.

[@rahil5989]

@Einars Dubrovskis I don't argue with frustrated dumb people . Your way of speaking tells where you come from and what situations you are living in.

[@apcaye]

Not too much impressed, because Aryna has been playing great tennis since about middle last year. Madrid title is just a consequence of her work and dedication. Congrats, Aryna! 👏👏👏

[@SaadKhan-pm1tm]

Sabalenka is an intense player. And she's not shy to show her personality. A great asset to the WTA. Hope she wins many more tournaments.

[@ketsune23]

I love your profile pic

[@valentinodelpiero4861]

Yes

[@gpet-dr2bs]

Yeah a great ASSet for for sure🤤

[@romeoalpha6180]

More like bipolar.

[@TreebeardWood]

Absolutely! I've been waiting for a few years for her game to come together. Looks like it's now. Good for her!

[@mikebikekite1]

What impressed me most was the genuine warm smile and congratulations Barty gave Sabalenka. There's something there for us all to learn.

[@lilydog1000]

Aryna is the real force in WTA at the moment. Her mental strength has really improved 100%.

[@iorwueseali6259]

Just when you expected Aryna to shout out loudest, then she just danced🤸🦸💪🎾👍🍾🎂 Congrats Sab💖

[@ajkings8]

Sabalenka is wild, Barty seemed unstoppable and look at what happened, that's why i love tennis, looking forward for more matches like this one

[@ishwariandfavorite1600]

Is she born in 1998?

[@chetnashah6738]

But who watches women's tennis?

[@ishwariandfavorite1600]

@@chetnashah6738 many of them

[@ronaqz5267]

I love Barty Smile Congratulating Sabalenka ...Congratulations Sabalenka 👍💖🇵🇭

[@seizethedayandlive]

remember the incident several months ago when Barty lost after her opponent took a medical time out? despite the press baiting Barty to blame her opponent, she did no such thing; no excuses. Ever since then, I've been a fan of Barty; total class. Today was another example. Best wishes to both players.

[@sas6561]

Ash is definitely a class act. She and her coach/husband, actor Billy Barty, are taking a well-deserved rest in the Dry Tortugas to charge her batteries and a successful return!

[@charliez077]

yeah it was Muchova and I just wanna say that it wasn't tactical - Muchova is one of the finest class acts on tour as well and she explained it confusingly at press conference - in the czech interview it was clear that she almost passed out at one point due to the heat. but yeah Ash is awesome

[@sas6561]

@@charliez077 ... and Billy too!!!

[@bismuth_gallium]

@@sas6561 I hope you're joking! Her coach's name is Craig Tyzzer and she's definitely not married.

[@sas6561]

@@bismuth_gallium ... are you sure? (I know that Tyzzer is taller than Billy, but not aware he was now Ash's coach.)

[@gseric4721]

Well done to Sabalenka 👏🏾👏🏾 And I'm so glad to see Ashy in this form on the clay.

[@cyriljacob4839]

It was all about bringing together that heavy machinery. And today she proved it by winning the trophy. And if she continues to do that consistently I can't see anyone stopping her atleast for next few years.

[@RickeGnool]

Sabalenka is one of those players you feel should be a contender at the Slams but so far her best result is a fourth round at this years Australian Open. Hopefully she will turn this trend around because I love watching her play.

[@anthonya9583]

She has been a bit unlucky so far imo in terms of draws.. I mean.. US Open 2018 against Osaka, AO 2021 against Serena, US Open 2020 against Azarenka and Roland Garros 2020 against Jabeur

[@djordjenikolic9059]

@@anthonya9583 when she develop her plan B game (more slices & dropshots) she's a serious threat 💪💪💪

[@anthonya9583]

@@djordjenikolic9059 True, that always helps but it's not 100% necessary..look at Osaka.. she doesn't use dropshots and volleys but she's probably the best at what she's doing.. actually ever since Sabalenka's success in doubles with Mertens, she's improved at getting forward, volleying and taking the ball earlier..and also fitness is quite better so I wouldn't be surprised if she reaches the final of a slam this year

[@petrakvitovafans6538]

She'll get there when her time comes. Playing like this, it's hard to imagine her not going further than the R16 in a slam soon. RG this year will be interesting!

[@jeffreykaufmann2867]

@@petrakvitovafans6538 Remember that great match between her and Osaka at the 2018 U.S Open? That was the match of the tournament

[@11liamk1]

Good for Sabalenka - I honestly didn't think she would win, especially after it went to a third set

[@ireallyhatebraindeadsheep69420]

Thanks for the spoilers

[@nickyb12345]

@@ireallyhatebraindeadsheep69420 lmao u came to the comments what you’d expect?? 😭

[@gerihika5012]

She played so much better than Barty. Remember the first set 6-0

[@oops9437]

@@ireallyhatebraindeadsheep69420 Thanks for the joke 🤣

[@ceterisparibus6261]

what? - excuse me... she is like a man out there... she is like her own tatoo a beast/tiger... she was way too strong! too relentless for barty... barty was on point but she played too straight forward imo. Aryna was ok... she should have won in straight sets .. it shows that her game - IMO- is kind of dumb.. very much power power power but no change in pace according to the occasion... it seems she just wants to overpower her opponent at all times... which shows she should kind of lacks some finesse but whatever.. she won this is just my opinion ... she has a great body.. she is hot... and it was not a bad game overall... the way to beat her is to move the ball from side to side as opposed to go toe to toe power for power shot...

[@ianwalden9865]

Good to see Sabalenka putting all the pieces together.

[@MP_Tennis]

Sabalenka is a true contender of this year's Roland Garros.. Looking forward to it!

[@besty7]

yeah her or barty are the biggest favourites imo

[@ghanshyam1340]

A big congrats to Aryna...💐 She was knocking on the door for quite some time to win a One Thousand....☝️ She's finally done that...🤗 But what surprises me the most is the fact that she has done it on Clay which wasn't her best surface to play on until she won Madrid....🤔 Her next goal has to be to go deep in Grand Slams. To start with, she must take RG for that matter which starts in few weeks time....👊🏻

[@denongamco1992]

Sabalenka shall be and should be the biggest rivalry and nemesis of Ash in recent future.

[@4hopper4]

The ash vs the anti-Ash or the Aryna vs the anti -Aryna. These are the working class warriors of the WTA. The hype may go elsewhere but these two are solid multi surface multi tournament stars.

[@Armaanzee10]

Big win for SABALENKA! congrats on your title!

[@Smartkid2387]

If Sabalenka can play with controlled aggression, she would be very formidable, everywhere she plays

[@jeanrezac6380]

That’s it, she won AO

[@lovetennis7822]

I’m sooooooo happy for Aryna!!!

[@Birdylockso]

Love their friendly exchange at the handshake, all smiles and chatting. WTA is blessed with these graceful players. Don't know if Sabalenka has been that way, but definitely Barty has been very gracious in the past. But, it does help to be the #1 who wins most of the time anyway.

[@wayneruckley7346]

Bear in mind that in the Stuttgart final at match end Sabalenka through her racket towards the umpires chair. That certainly was poor sportmanship and I am very surprised there were not repercussions. Gracious winner-poor loser!

[@Birdylockso]

@@wayneruckley7346 , OK, didn't know that. Thanks.

[@Cla_Disney]

Yeah we all definitely did see this one coming, Sabalenka proved unstoppable until this final and she really deserves this win, congrats she's been on fire lately!

[@fred4129]

Nice performance Sabalenka. you have worked on your tennis a lot this year with your team, the result is magnificent. congratulations, we look forward to seeing you at Roland Garros 💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💓💓💓💓💓💓

[@marcotuliopenalbavalladare9704]

It was a great final match and both Sabalenka and Barty could win the tournament. I think that both of them did what they were doing during the previous rounds, but this time, Sabalenka prevailed over Barty. Congratulations to both players; the best of the WTA 2021 Mutua Madrid!

[@andrecandela2117]

Best WTA match on clay this year. So happy for them both. Sabalenka seems unstoppable when she really controls her shots.

[@piotrwolski4641]

I am so happy for Aryna. She just turned 23 three days ago. Bright future ahead of her.

[@belovedchildgodislove5699]

Oh wow she's only 23 ok

[@azenith9589]

23 .. u should have a GS by now

[@piotrwolski4641]

@@azenith9589 it would be awesome , I don't care for a GS, but I would win 3 million dollars, wouldn't have to work. But I don't know how to play tennis.

[@piotrwolski4641]

@@azenith9589 besides I am only 6 years old, how can I have a GS , are you kidding bro?😂😂😂

[@azenith9589]

@@piotrwolski4641 idiotic commment from the idot lol

[@MaggieBurgerSmit]

The big hitters and big servers havd dominated at Madrid 2021. Court is fast and ball bounces high. Congrats Aryna, huge power game, huge win! You gave everything in this match and you got the reward! Well done 🥳 also well done to Barty for fighting back, what a huge effort! 💚💛

[@oza801]

Beautiful finish from both at the end at the net- makes me happy.

[@Issızkampçı]

Sabalenka is absolutely on fire. One of the best performances I have recently watched, including ATP. She absolutely rocked Madrid. Honestly, after I watched her matches, she is the only one who can beat Barty and she proved me right and I am absolutely thrilled and happy for her. Hope she keeps this performance going on. Maybe even elevate it. Good Job Sabalenka!

[@Lttaylortt]

Well done Aryna 🇧🇾 loved the victory dance😂

[@Hammerton32]

Loved the sportsmanship at the end. Barty is a class act, always. Madrid is considered one of the faster clay courts, so it suits Sabalenka's game. Still she was able to execute, and she won. Kudos!

[@billwilliamdexter2300]

I do agree with that comment.Sabalanka is an intense player.I will go one notch further.With respect she is an aggressive campaigner.She pours out her fighting spirit as she displays her metal.She is indeed a warrior.

[@Harthyung]

Sabalenka came as a hardcourt specialist in 2018, similar to Osaka but she has improved a lot on Clay 😁

[@NeoSoul84]

Yea but Naomi is no clay court stalwart at all. Maria is a good example of improving on the surface but she knew how to play on grass as well. So we shall see

[@jamiewhitney4724]

@@NeoSoul84 Iga S is a clay court specialist who loves to slide on clay and was brought up on clay, forehand speed = 79MPH, back hand = 76mph, Iga whooped Simona Halep + a feisty Italian off the clay in straight sets 6-1 6-2, i can’t see Iga being whooped off a clay court. she is better than that.

[@Henrythegreat115]

Sabalenka plays solid. Great one.

[@rockabye274]

Yep. She and Sakkari are my favorite players right now.

[@jeffreykaufmann2867]

@@rockabye274 Sabalenka has wom more tournaments than Osaka but Osaka leads 4-0 in Slams.

[@jeffreykaufmann2867]

She is #4 in the World now and will be #3 Soon. Only 325 points away from Halep.

[@miles1956]

She is 4th now 😀 Congrats Sabalenka!!

[@NeoSoul84]

Well deserved 4th seed in Paris she should withdraw from Rome to rest

[@coachjoachimroomaney793]

@@NeoSoul84 The party is only starting now. She need to play till a loss, then rest.

[@arinpunk]

@@NeoSoul84 2 weeks gap after Rome. Enough time to rest

[@samuelaust]

Wow what a top 4 in the women’s game now. Barty #1, Osaka #2, Halep #3 and Sabalenka #4 💪

[@robertofenloch9595]

And hopefully Muguruza can round out the top 5 over the next few months. And with Kvitova, Serena, Pliskova, Andreescu, and maybe Azarenka rejoining them, this could be the best top 10 in 20 years.

[@zokkostenniszone3282]

@@robertofenloch9595 Nah forget Kvitova, Plis, Andreescu; they not done anything for years why should they now. It's Muchova you need to watch - called her out at the AO, click my name.Best in 10 not 20 years, you not saying these are better than the class of 2000s - Serena, Venus, Kim, Justin , Maria , Martina H ? Get outta here !

[@trevorjamesnegus]

Fabulous match and rivalry developing! WTA in a really good place ❤

[@Jmz249]

A rivalry in the making love it

[@MrSridharMurthy]

Has anyone ever seen a better display of fighting spirit in women's tennis! Congrats Aryna! What is your secret. Is it Beluga Caviar? 😍

[@MoorishBrooklyn]

Two of the best competitors. Sabalenka is a wonder.

[@woolee8407]

It is easy to dislike Sabalenka and a lot of people perceive her as too intense and annoying - however, she seems like a fun, loving person in real life. So happy she has won this tournament

[@bweb6]

I agree. Aryna seems very sweet and quirky off court, which is a real contrast to her on court presence.

[@lilydog1000]

She seems a delightful person, funny, volatile, and sweet. And a power player.

[@chrisandersen5635]

That smile and little, dance?, after was endearing. Convincing performance as well.

[@teodoroquindara7583]

Congratulations, beautiful Aryna. At last my favorite Aryna has overcame the hump with scintillating performance. The champion quality is complete - Skill, Stamina and Spirit. RG next.....

[@ketsune23]

Queen Saba deserves this and even more . True champion and hope to see her on the top

[@eugenerimando8511]

Good sportsmanship to Barty with a smile..

[@huiling7947]

Sabalenka wears her heart out on court and her determination to win after two losses to Barty within 5 weeks ignite more fire in her to win this time.

[@andyhung424able]

I like Sabalenka more and more. She is not only playing aggressive like she always does, but she is also now playing with fun.

[@amaiurjarauta969]

Go go go Aryna !!!! First, I used to dislike her game and her grunts but I learnt to know her and to appreciate her fighting spirit and her personality. I think she's a wonderful player. Good luck, Aryna for Roland Garros!

[@jmoralespaiz]

Great win from Sabalenka and class attitude from Barty!

[@elenaciocan5461]

Congratulation Sabalenka!

[@arsenichubich6647]

Barty is such an inspiration!!!

[@thomasbrunkle8389]

Sabalenka is an absolute gem of a sight when she's in full flow. Such pure easy power.

[@thomasbrunkle8389]

@Einars Dubrovskis Why doesn't Google answer with "your head" when I ask where Sabalenka lives?

[@oops9437]

@Einars Dubrovskis You seem to be worried more than Barty,calm down, atleast Barty knows Aryna earned it as she rightfully appreciated her at the court, learn to appreciate the winner

[@maxam6898]

@Einars Dubrovskis lol even if Barty won the wrong calls she wouldn’t have won the first set. It was 6-0 for gods sake lol u asshole

[@oops9437]

@Einars Dubrovskis You can learn a thing or two from your favourite player, can't you? Atleast Barty knows Sabalenka FULLY DESERVED this title,if possible listen to her speech for an eye opener, don't be a FANATIC, it'll make you blind,too blind to accept the obvious, like today

[@mohawkbrown]

@Einars Dubrovskis quit acting like a tool. Quite obvious you're not a sportsman! Suck it up- idiot!

[@camilamontoya6537]

Super duper!! Congrats Aryna!! 🎾🎾👊🏻

[@thefourthversion]

Love how WTA is all about healthy competition now. It’s so apparent during the exchange at the net

[@dylanferraro8788]

SO PROUD ❤️❤️❤️ the best week!! Playing amazingly and today for aryna to be able to come through this match under so much pressure it was just brilliant

[@cupidslover3]

I think Sabalenka is definitely an extraordinary specimen. Very, very strong physique with those broad shoulders and I think she's going to overpower a lot of the women for some time to come, combined with her gutsiness and will to win.

[@ЛюдмилаМалейкович]

Браво,Наша Королева Ариша!♥️💋🙏💐🇧🇾

[@vanle974]

i love sabalenka. she plays excellent tennis with very powerful, exact n smart shots,,,,barty, pliskova, Osaka,,,are lucky players only. good luck to y, sabalenka.

[@chrisnagle2902]

Congratulations Aryna... great win! Great match against the world no.1 . Well play Ashleigh.

[@neivaldoduarte4576]

Sabalenka é top!!! Estava em dia de glória... jogou tudo!!

[@Sebastian-wz1wh]

I love Sabalenka's intensity

[@waadarboe7314]

The most powerful WTA player right now

[@siphamandlambatha4921]

Congrats Sabalenka 🔥🔥 The dance she did at the end of the match 💯🥳😂🔥.

[@thecockerel86]

I bet that dance at the end was a dare. Well done Aryna!

[@apoetsbrain6794]

Congratulations to Aryna! powerful tennis! Plus a never say die attitude second almost to none. I also love Ash Barty's ability to cut the heavy serves to her back hand on the ad court with a one hand slice return. Such a smart play. It returns the ball, while cutting off its speed and weight, and gets it to the back side of the baseline, and right back into play. Such an intelligent move. Really wow. Congrats to both ladies. We are learning from you all!

[@Enelralene21920]

Great play Sabalenka. Congrats!

[@thomasbrunkle8389]

Right now it's Sabalenka vs herself. If she can hold her nerves there's no one stopping her.

[@andrewlaidley4707]

Do you still hate kerber

[@shngain100]

@@andrewlaidley4707 haha😂

[@GenesisOfPorcupines]

Yep, it's not so easy to make all this power and aggression work for her, and not against her.

[@eunicesuero1811]

Sabalenka felicidades💕👏 ERE muy linda y una gran tenista bendiciones😘❤👏🇩🇴

[@thomasbrunkle8389]

Sabalenka is the hardest hitter on the tour right now no doubt, and she could very well become an all timer in that department.

[@JohnDoe-sx2zk]

she will not win a grandslam ever

[@arrowarr9020]

@@JohnDoe-sx2zk will see

[@Tezureck]

@@JohnDoe-sx2zk I think a grand slam doubles title counts 😁

[@notis6107]

@@Tezureck no it doesnt. She is a grand slam winner in doubles and she didnt win it by herself, she had a teamate. She isnt yet a grand slam winner ( at least in singles that is what matters the most)

[@oops9437]

@@JohnDoe-sx2zk get the weed off

[@anyanelemd3398]

What a performance from Aryna! Congrats. More successes.

[@damianrautenberg359]

THIS TIGER IS ON FIRE. Love her since her first match I saw. I wasn't wrong about what she was going to accomplish. So happy for this achievement, but this is just the beginning.

[@neivaldoduarte4576]

Sabalenka tem uma raça incrível!! Joga com uma intensisade fora de série... parabéns!! Não deu muita chance de reação à Barty... 👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@webonrelator5736]

Congratulations Miss Aryna. You're one of my top idols in tennis 🎾🎾🎾. God bless you always.

[@Andrew-cp7mc]

Well deserved win by Sabalenka - definitely a contender for RG if she maintains her measured aggressive play and reduce her impatient/loose points.

[@MIU07860]

That moment at 2:03 from Sabalenka, after handing the world no 1 a bagel in a super 1000 level tournament, is so us.

[@art.theclown]

Well deserved WTA Singles 4th place :)

[@memohomoud5065]

Arya is proved to be a first class player very competitive and very professional. Well deserved the title. 👏🏾👏🏾✊🏾 Say that Barty on the other-hand is still very very strong player and she has a lot to show ✊🏾

[@anthonya9583]

I really like Aryna and her fighting spirit lately 😍😍 she deserves to be in the top 4 and she is really close to top 3..she should just stay focused and she'll do it ❤️

[@gule55]

Great win for Sabalenka, for the moment both are looking to be the favorites for Roland Garros.

[@paariraaju9688]

Sensational win for Sabalenka!! Congratulations. Well played Barty 👍👍👍

[@jamievidd775]

Great to see Aryna keep her focus and composure and revenge her loss a couple weeks ago to come out on top this time. Great playing by her!

[@TheArriviste]

Really great sustained intensity and focus from Sabalenka in this match! Good on her!

[@sergiymikhalich3928]

Почти идеальный теннис от Арины!Какая мощь!

[@jeffhermida4788]

Love the dance moves

[@thomasbrunkle8389]

Even in a close match she makes sure she throws in a little bagel there lmao What a destroyer. She puts America's NAVY destroyers to shame!

[@funkslave9425]

Sabalenka has gone from being a handful as a tough opponent to being a serious grand slam contender. With this kind of power and will to win, surely it's only a matter of time

[@bweb6]

Sabalenka will win a lot more titles if she can remain consistent and hold it together mentally.

[@robinsonsalcedo9329]

Sabalenka campeóna felicitaciones máster de Madrid

[@ramadeanchannel5597]

Happy for Sabalenka ❤️❤️

[@Tiok2023]

Congrats, Sabalenka! It is going to be much fun to see u in RG🦋🦋🦋

[@tkatnss]

I am happy Barty didn't win. This will help her more for French Open. Ideally players who are in a spectacular form during pre French tournies end up losing early in French

[@minh1197]

what a beautiful hand shake at the end. great playing from both players

[@k.alvarado6237]

A lot of y’all love how “humble and quiet” Barty is. I love those loud yells, they get me pumped.

[@julienulrich4299]

Congratulations to Sabalenka who is a staggering player.. I wish ash had won cause I like everything about this smooth player.. ..what happened in the last 2 games..!! Great Sabalenka!!

[@eunicesuero1811]

Ambas son hermosas💕 y DoD profeciones bendiciones de éxitos👏😘😘❤❤🇩🇴

[@zokkostenniszone3282]

Controlled power and aggression from Aryna - stunning, hope she can take that form and keep it for 7 matches into and at the FO, she deserves a GS.

[@hdhdbdjkx709]

Sabalenka esta chica tiene todas la pista de ser número uno del mundo felicidades y un abrazo

[@GUTOMOFFICIAL]

Sabalenka Top Quality!

[@vanditkhanna7477]

Sabalenka is on fire 🔥, She's beeeen so soo good

[@donkeykong516]

Sabalenka is the beauty & the beast in her groundstrokes

[@1deonlucas9]

Damn! Sabalenka played LIGHTS OUT tennis this entire tournament! 👏🏾👏🏾🎾🎾