Top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka has advanced to the Brisbane International final after defeating Karolina Muchova 6-3, 6-4 in their semifinal match. Sabalenka, the defending champion, secured her spot in Sunday's final, where she will face either Jessica Pegula or Marta Kostyuk. This victory follows her earlier win against Madison Keys in a rematch of last year's Australian Open final. The tournament serves as a tune-up for the upcoming Australian Open, which begins January 18.