World number one Aryna Sabalenka overcame a second-set fightback by fourth seed Coco Gauff to secure a 6-3 7-6(3) win and clinch her third Madrid Open on Saturday as the three-times major winner claimed her third title this year on the WTA tour.

Aryna Sabalenka landed her third Madrid title but also at the same time prevented Coco Gauff from winning her first title of the year after completing a 6-3 7-6 (3) win over the American in the final match at Caja Magica.

Aryna Sabalenka topped Coco Gauff 6-3, 7-6(3) to collect her 20th career championship, including record-tying third Madrid crown. Photo credit: Mutua Madrid Open Facebook A cluster of clouds clogged the sky over Manolo Santana Stadium as Aryna Sabalenka saw the title light.