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Sabalenka Faces Rybakina in BNP Paribas Final Showdown

3/16/2026

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Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina will meet in the BNP Paribas Open women's final on March 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET.
Aryna Sabalenka is the world No. 1 and holds a slight edge in her head-to-head with Elena Rybakina.
Elena Rybakina defeated Elina Svitolina in the semifinals and has a 12-match winning streak against Top 10 players.
Tennis Channel and FuboTV will carry coverage of the final.

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Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina will meet in the BNP Paribas Open women's final on March 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET.
Aryna Sabalenka is the world No. 1 and holds a slight edge in her head-to-head with Elena Rybakina.
Elena Rybakina defeated Elina Svitolina in the semifinals and has a 12-match winning streak against Top 10 players.
Tennis Channel and FuboTV will carry coverage of the final.