Rybakina explains why she always has a great start to the season
The number 6 in the world reflects on the first days of competition, now with Kazakhstan in the quarterfinals.
Despite perhaps not being the favorite in the predictions, the team from Kazakhstan has been the first to secure their spot in the semifinals of the United Cup 2025. The team leader, as described by her teammate and captain, has once again shown her good feelings on the court. In a press conference, Elena Rybakina analyzes her team's victory, as well as discussing her preseason.
Unlike last season, this year Rybakina chose to forgo defending her title in Brisbane to compete for her country in the United Cup. Nevertheless, the common denominator is clear; her beginnings of the year are always quite positive: "I always start the year well after the preseason, so I am also happy here with the two victories. Of course, I am not yet at my best. I'm glad I'm not at my best yet. I hope that will come closer to the Australian Open, but overall, I am very pleased with how I have played," said the world number 6.
The reason behind her good starts to the year
"I think it's because we always prepare well, and also because in the early tournaments of the year, you are fresher, you have that energy. You want to move forward, keep winning. I think that is the most important thing. This victory means a lot to all of us. Furthermore, it is the first time I play in the United Cup, it is very nice to represent your country and be all together, it gives you a lot of energy. Especially knowing that the whole bench is cheering for you. It means a lot, and hopefully we can go even further." They are the first of the event to confirm their presence in the quarterfinals, so now they will have to wait to find out who their next opponents will be.
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