DUBAI, Feb 18 — World number two Aryna Sabalenka said on Sunday she was “addicted to winning” and hungry for more major glory following her successful title defence at the Australian Open last month.

The Belarusian returns to action this week at the WTA 1000 in Dubai to contest her first tournament since her second Grand Slam triumph at Melbourne Park.

Sabalenka, who opens her Dubai campaign against Donna Vekic in round two, admits she is still “shocked” she was able to retain her title in Melbourne, describing it as a “dream”, but is already looking ahead in search of more silverware.