Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Rybakina Aims for WTA Finals Spot After Ningbo Win

10/22/2025

26 6 Full Breakdown

Summary

Story summary

Elena Rybakina won the Ningbo Open, her 10th career title, and now seeks the last WTA Finals berth by overtaking Mirra Andreeva.
Jasmine Paolini reached the Ningbo Open semifinals, securing a place in the finals and keeping her in contention for the year-end championships.
With one spot left, Rybakina must perform well at the Pan Pacific Open against Leylah Fernandez; reaching the semifinals would earn enough points for Riyadh.

1 of 1

Story summary

Elena Rybakina won the Ningbo Open, her 10th career title, and now seeks the last WTA Finals berth by overtaking Mirra Andreeva.
Jasmine Paolini reached the Ningbo Open semifinals, securing a place in the finals and keeping her in contention for the year-end championships.
With one spot left, Rybakina must perform well at the Pan Pacific Open against Leylah Fernandez; reaching the semifinals would earn enough points for Riyadh.