Lois Boisson
From a 45-year-old legend returning with victory to an 18-year-old promise that inclines several Grand Slam champions to conquer their first WTA 1000.
The French player came to the tennis world's attention after reaching the semifinals of Roland Garros, where she climbed 296 places and has closed her first year in the elite as world number 36.
We review the eight women who have left anonymity behind this year to become highly promising players to watch out for in the coming months.
