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Historic WTA Milestone: Bencic and Svitolina in Top 10!

2/4/2026

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Bencic and Svitolina Shine

For the first time in WTA history, Belinda Bencic and Elina Svitolina are top-10 simultaneously.
Belinda Bencic is ranked ninth, returning to the top after giving birth to her daughter in April 2024.
Belinda Bencic won the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open in early 2025.
Elina Svitolina is ranked tenth after reaching the Australian Open semifinals.
WTA CEO Portia Archer praised the milestone and the federation's commitment to supporting mothers.

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Bencic Balances Career

Belinda Bencic, a professional tennis player, emphasizes balancing motherhood with her professional tennis career and urges media to emphasize performance over family status.
She expresses hope that Ons Jabeur (professional tennis player), who is expecting a child, can enjoy maternity leave without pressure to return quickly.
Bencic had an undefeated run at the United Cup.
She faced disappointment at the Australian Open, losing in the second round.

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Bencic and Svitolina Shine

For the first time in WTA history, Belinda Bencic and Elina Svitolina are top-10 simultaneously.
Belinda Bencic is ranked ninth, returning to the top after giving birth to her daughter in April 2024.
Belinda Bencic won the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open in early 2025.
Elina Svitolina is ranked tenth after reaching the Australian Open semifinals.
WTA CEO Portia Archer praised the milestone and the federation's commitment to supporting mothers.

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