Victoria Azarenka ends title drought

Former world number one Victoria Azarenka has ceased her WTA Tour title drought with a 6-3 6-1 win over Angelique Kerber in the Brisbane International final.

The Belarus-born player's recent form has seen her drop down to 22 in the world rankings, but she is now expected to rise following her victory over fourth-seeded Kerber in one hour and 15 minutes.

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Speaking after her first triumph since 2013, the 26-year-old said: "My dreams come true when I step on the court."

Azarenka will next be in action at the Australian Open - a Grand Slam that she won in 2012 and 2013.