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Aryna Sabalenka Tops WTA Despite Missed Grand Slam Chances

11/13/2025

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Aryna Sabalenka finished 2025 as the top player on the WTA Tour, despite losing in the WTA Finals to Elena Rybakina.
Although she won the US Open and three other titles, she secured only one Grand Slam victory from four finals.
Analysts, including Rennae Stubbs, described her as consistently strong while noting the season may feel like a failure due to missed opportunities.

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Story summary

Aryna Sabalenka finished 2025 as the top player on the WTA Tour, despite losing in the WTA Finals to Elena Rybakina.
Although she won the US Open and three other titles, she secured only one Grand Slam victory from four finals.
Analysts, including Rennae Stubbs, described her as consistently strong while noting the season may feel like a failure due to missed opportunities.