In a thrilling match in Melbourne, Madison Keys triumphed over Aryna Sabalenka to win her first grand slam title, cementing her legacy as a top player. At 29, she is the fourth-oldest female player to secure a maiden grand slam victory, achieved in her 46th attempt, the second-most for a first-time champion. With this win, Keys also defeated the top two players in a grand slam, a feat not seen since 2009. Keys' journey has been marked by high expectations, pressure, and a prior loss in the 2017 US Open final, making this victory particularly significant.
"After years of rumours about an endlessly talented young tennis player born in the US state of Illinois, Keys made her long-awaited debut on the WTA tour in April 2009."
"To many, she was undoubtedly a future grand slam champion... there were times when attempting to win tennis matches was paralysing for Keys."
"Sixteen years later Keys stood up to the pressure at last as she outfought and overpowered Sabalenka, the No 1 seed and two-time Australian Open champion."
"Along with years of feeling like she had not fully lived up to her talent, Keys has also finally put to bed the nightmare of her first grand slam final at the 2017 US Open."
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