We detail what an exhibition will consist of, where the court will have different dimensions, Nick will only play with one serve... and Aryna promises to win.
Aryna Sabalenka
Aryna Sabalenka had to push herself to the limit to secure the victory in her second match of the WTA Finals. Her opponent, Jessica Pegula, had previously defeated Coco Gauff in her opening match and once again posed difficulties for the Belarusian. However, the world number one managed to withstand the challenge and clinched the win in three sets with a score of 6-4, 2-6, 6-3, after two hours and four minutes. Despite having two wins, Sabalenka is not mathematically qualified for the semifinals yet, although it seems highly likely: simply winning a set against Gauff would secure her the top spot in the group. But if she loses in straight sets, she would need to rely on calculations after observing the match between Jessica Pegula and Jasmine Paolini.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Sabalenka sufre, pero se impone a Pegula y roza el pase a las semifinales de las WTA Finals
Aryna Sabalenka faces a major challenge in Riyadh and does so full of motivation. The current world number 1 does not yet have this tournament on her list of accomplishments and aims to conquer it at these WTA Finals 2025, where she started in the best possible way. She showcased an outstanding level of play to defeat the Italian Jasmine Paolini with a score of 6-3, 6-1.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Sabalenka arranca con paso firme su andadura en las WTA Finals 2025
The Belarusian accepted her bad behavior and apologized to Anton Dubrov, although this moment ended up helping her bring out her best tennis against Pegula.
For months, it has been known that one of those events that generate great media attention was brewing. The so-called Battle of the Sexes, a match between Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios, will take place on December 28 in Dubai. There will be great interest in seeing how the encounter unfolds, as the Australian took care to heat things up months ago, stating that it was impossible for him to lose to the current world number 1.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Ya se conoce la sede y fecha de la Batallas de los Sexos entre Sabalenka y Kyrgios
Aryna Sabalenka finishes the year 2025 as the undisputed queen of the WTA ranking. The Belarusian has led the ranking throughout the entire calendar year, joining a select group of legends who have also achieved this feat, such as Chris Evert, Martina Navratilova, Steffi Graf, Monica Seles, Serena Williams, and Ashleigh Barty, all retired from professional competition.
To maintain that top position with 9,870 points, Sabalenka achieved three WTA titles in 2025 and claimed victory at the US Open, also reaching the finals of both the Australian Open and Roland Garros.
Players able to top the WTA Rankings for a whole calendar year
— Mario Boccardi (@boccardi_marioo) November 1, 2025
• Chris Evert (1977, 1981)
• Martina Navratilova (1983-1984, 1986)
• Steffi Graf (1988-1990, 1994, 1996)
• Monica Seles (1992)
• Serena Williams (2014-2015)
• Ashleigh Barty (2020-2021)
• Aryna Sabalenka… pic.twitter.com/ejxL4VaS3i
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Sabalenka se une a un selecto grupo de leyendas al dominar durante todo el año el ránking WTA
No matter what happens in Riad, the Belarusian will end the season as the world No. 1, but she had to learn a valuable lesson before becoming a better player.
The WTA Finals 2025 in Riyadh kick off tomorrow, and we already have the most anticipated official photo, featuring the eight masters dressed in their radiant dresses to mark the beginning of one of the most beautiful weeks of the season. In the draw, we'll find two former champions, a debutant, and a woman who is also returning in the doubles draw. Do you dare to pick a favorite? Comments are also welcome on which dress is the most spectacular.
Celebrating the best in women’s doubles ✨
— wta (@WTA) October 31, 2025
Our top 8 teams of 2025 have arrived in Riyadh for the Ultimate Stage 💫#WTAFinalsRiyadh pic.twitter.com/M6YnMJuVYK
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Las 8 maestras posan en la foto oficial
We detail what an exhibition will consist of, where the court will have different dimensions, Nick will only play with one serve... and Aryna promises to win.
The Belarusian accepted her bad behavior and apologized to Anton Dubrov, although this moment ended up helping her bring out her best tennis against Pegula.
Aryna Sabalenka had to push herself to the limit to secure the victory in her second match of the WTA Finals. Her opponent, Jessica Pegula, had previously defeated Coco Gauff in her opening match and once again posed difficulties for the Belarusian. However, the world number one managed to withstand the challenge and clinched the win in three sets with a score of 6-4, 2-6, 6-3, after two hours and four minutes. Despite having two wins, Sabalenka is not mathematically qualified for the semifinals yet, although it seems highly likely: simply winning a set against Gauff would secure her the top spot in the group. But if she loses in straight sets, she would need to rely on calculations after observing the match between Jessica Pegula and Jasmine Paolini.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Sabalenka sufre, pero se impone a Pegula y roza el pase a las semifinales de las WTA Finals
For months, it has been known that one of those events that generate great media attention was brewing. The so-called Battle of the Sexes, a match between Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios, will take place on December 28 in Dubai. There will be great interest in seeing how the encounter unfolds, as the Australian took care to heat things up months ago, stating that it was impossible for him to lose to the current world number 1.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Ya se conoce la sede y fecha de la Batallas de los Sexos entre Sabalenka y Kyrgios
Aryna Sabalenka faces a major challenge in Riyadh and does so full of motivation. The current world number 1 does not yet have this tournament on her list of accomplishments and aims to conquer it at these WTA Finals 2025, where she started in the best possible way. She showcased an outstanding level of play to defeat the Italian Jasmine Paolini with a score of 6-3, 6-1.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Sabalenka arranca con paso firme su andadura en las WTA Finals 2025
Aryna Sabalenka finishes the year 2025 as the undisputed queen of the WTA ranking. The Belarusian has led the ranking throughout the entire calendar year, joining a select group of legends who have also achieved this feat, such as Chris Evert, Martina Navratilova, Steffi Graf, Monica Seles, Serena Williams, and Ashleigh Barty, all retired from professional competition.
To maintain that top position with 9,870 points, Sabalenka achieved three WTA titles in 2025 and claimed victory at the US Open, also reaching the finals of both the Australian Open and Roland Garros.
Players able to top the WTA Rankings for a whole calendar year
— Mario Boccardi (@boccardi_marioo) November 1, 2025
• Chris Evert (1977, 1981)
• Martina Navratilova (1983-1984, 1986)
• Steffi Graf (1988-1990, 1994, 1996)
• Monica Seles (1992)
• Serena Williams (2014-2015)
• Ashleigh Barty (2020-2021)
• Aryna Sabalenka… pic.twitter.com/ejxL4VaS3i
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Sabalenka se une a un selecto grupo de leyendas al dominar durante todo el año el ránking WTA
No matter what happens in Riad, the Belarusian will end the season as the world No. 1, but she had to learn a valuable lesson before becoming a better player.
The WTA Finals 2025 in Riyadh kick off tomorrow, and we already have the most anticipated official photo, featuring the eight masters dressed in their radiant dresses to mark the beginning of one of the most beautiful weeks of the season. In the draw, we'll find two former champions, a debutant, and a woman who is also returning in the doubles draw. Do you dare to pick a favorite? Comments are also welcome on which dress is the most spectacular.
Celebrating the best in women’s doubles ✨
— wta (@WTA) October 31, 2025
Our top 8 teams of 2025 have arrived in Riyadh for the Ultimate Stage 💫#WTAFinalsRiyadh pic.twitter.com/M6YnMJuVYK
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Las 8 maestras posan en la foto oficial
A weekend of intense emotions is approaching in Riyadh with the dispute of the first two days of the WTA Finals 2025. After the draw defined the two groups for the round-robin phase, the order of play for the initial two days of competition was revealed. Aryna Sabalenka will debut on Sunday, November 2, while Iga Swiatek will do so on Saturday, November 1.
Order of play WTA Finals 2025
Saturday, November 1
Iga Swiatek vs Madison Keys, at 4:00 PM in Spain (6:00 PM local time)
Amanda Anisimova vs Elena Rybakina, not before 6:00 PM in Spain (8:00 PM local time)
Sunday, November 2
Aryna Sabalenka vs Jasmine Paolini, at 3:00 PM in Spain (5:00 PM local time)
Cori Gauff vs Jessica Pegula, not before 5:00 PM in Spain (7:00 PM local time)
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Ya se conoce el orden de juego de las dos primeras jornadas en las WTA Finals 2025
We analyze how the two groups in the round-robin phase of the WTA Finals 2025 shape up and who are the favorites to advance to the semifinals.