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Sabalenka and Rybakina, battle for number 1 at Wimbledon. Photo: gettyimages

Sabalenka and Rybakina will play for the world number 1 spot at Wimbledon

We analyze all possible scenarios in the battle between Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina to emerge from Wimbledon 2026 at the top of the WTA ranking.

Sabalenka and Rybakina, battle for the number 1. Photo: gettyimages

Sabalenka and the looming threat of Rybakina in the battle for number 1

The Belarusian could lose the top spot in the WTA rankings during this grass court swing, where Rybakina has serious chances of overtaking her in the standings.

WTA Ranking: Sabalenka secures the number 1 spot and Andreeva nears her best position. Source: Getty

WTA Ranking: Sabalenka aims for number 1 while Andreava close to her best position

Roland Garros 2026 brings significant changes to the women's ranking. Sabalenka sees the race for the number 1 spot tightening, while Andreeva makes a big leap.