An exciting date with history. That's what tennis has between November 1 and 8 in Riyadh with the WTA Finals 2025. The event that gathers the top eight of the season presents one of the most brilliant lineups in recent years, making it impossible to predict anything, although Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek start with some favoritism.
The tennis party looming from this coming Sunday until November 8 is filled with sporting incentives and mysteries to be solved. Riyadh hosts WTA Finals 2025, which are expected to be spectacular, even more so after today's draw that has established how the two groups in which the competition is structured in its round-robin phase stand. The top two from each group will advance to the semifinals, and nothing can be taken for granted. Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek lead both groups, but they cannot relax even a bit.
These are the groups of the WTA Finals 2025
Steffi Graf Group
- Aryna Sabalenka
- Cori Gauff
- Jessica Pegula
- Jasmine Paolini
The Belarusian faces the great challenge of winning a title that is not yet in her extensive list of achievements and is aware that she will have to confront significant adversities. Gauff will be the main opponent for the world number 1, having gained confidence and competitive rhythm on an Asian tour more productive for her than expected, considering she is in the midst of a service technique evolution.
One thing that is clear in this group is that there are no weak rivals. While Pegula and Paolini's playing styles may slightly favor Sabalenka, the American recently defeated Aryna in Wuhan a few weeks ago. It will be crucial to assess the playing conditions, in terms of court speed and ball characteristics, to determine the level of danger posed by these two accomplished counterpunchers and fierce competitors.

Serena Williams Group
- Iga Swiatek
- Amanda Anisimova
- Elena Rybakina
- Madison Keys
High emotions are expected in a group where Swiatek will have to face three true power hitters, focused on the relentless pursuit of the winning shot on every point. Keys is not coming in great form, but Rybakina is rediscovering a great version of herself, and Anisimova has shown how unstoppable her tennis can be when she is inspired. Each of them will seek to assert their style, potentially resulting in very few rallies in their matches.
In this scenario, Swiatek's consistency, leg intensity, and ability to vary shots could be crucial in her efforts to tame the power of her opponents. She will need to stay very quick on her feet, have a high first serve percentage, and try to take the initiative from the three women who will challenge her favoritism.

All in all, a great week of tennis is expected in Riyadh with the dispute of the unforgettable WTA Finals 2025. There is great anticipation to see if Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek meet in the final and resume that close rivalry of which there have been fewer episodes than expected this season.
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