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WTA Pekín 2026

Charaeva after winning against Rybakina. Photo: Getty

Charaeva reveals how she defeated Rybakina: "I was very nervous"

The current world number 118 became the lowest-ranked player to win against a number 1 by coming back from a set down.

Sabalenka's Abyss Has No End. Photo: Getty Images

The abyss of Sabalenka knows no end

The Belarusian fell in the second round of the WTA 1000 in Beijing against Bartunkova in a very poor and alarming performance, which practically seals the number one spot for Rybakina.

 

Surprise in Beijing! World No. 118 takes down Rybakina in her first match as No. 1. Source: Getty

Surprise in Beijing! World No. 118 knocks out Rybakina in her first match as No. 1

Alina Charaeva, Armenian player trained by Carlos Martínez, surprises Rybakina in the first round of the WTA 1000 in Beijing. On the day the Kazakh debuted as World No. 1, she suffered a defeat without excuses on the central court.

Mirra Andreeva loses the first set and ends up winning twelve games in a row at the WTA Beijing. Source: Getty

Andreeva: From Frustration to Exhibition

Russia achieved one of the most stunning victories of the day in Beijing this Friday. After losing the first set 6-3, they then went on to win twelve consecutive games to secure the victory.

Sabalenka reveals the worst part of being a tennis player. Source: Getty Images.

Sabalenka reveals the worst part of being a tennis player

The tennis player has evaluated her personality and the changes she must make to enjoy the sport more as an outstanding task for the future.

Rybakina, pursuing the 'Career Grand Slam': "It would be nice to win Roland Garros"

Rybakina, in pursuit of the 'Career Grand Slam': "It would be nice to win Roland Garros"

The Kazakh tennis player has the next big goal of lifting the title in Paris in the last Grand Slam she needs to complete her trophy collection.

Sabalenka responds to criticism for her use of social media. Source: Getty Images.

Sabalenka responds to criticism over her use of social media

The Belarusian tennis player prefers to turn a deaf ear to those who criticize her for promoting herself on the internet, explaining why she believes that both worlds can complement each other.