The 2024 WTA Finals in Riyadh have set the stage for an electrifying showdown as top-ranked stars, including Elena Rybakina, Aryna Sabalenka, Coco Gauff, and Iga Swiatek, gear up for a week of high-stakes matches. This year’s event, held in Saudi Arabia for the first time, brings together eight of the best players to compete for the coveted year-end title and a potential boost in rankings.
Rybakina, ranked No. 5, enters the tournament eager to reclaim her winning momentum after a season marked by impressive highs and challenging setbacks. She was drawn into the “Purple Group” alongside world No. 1 Sabalenka, Jasmine Paolini, and Zheng Qinwen. Her first match will be against Paolini, while Sabalenka opens against Zheng, setting up a competitive group with players known for their powerful, aggressive styles.
The tournament has added intrigue with recent changes in Rybakina’s camp. The Kazakh star recently teamed up with Goran Ivanisevic, former coach to Novak Djokovic, in hopes of elevating her game to new heights. This fresh partnership could be crucial as she faces some of her toughest competitors, including Sabalenka, who is a strong favorite and currently leads the year-end rankings. Meanwhile, the “Orange Group” includes Swiatek, defending champion and No. 2 seed, alongside Gauff, Jessica Pegula, and Barbora Krejcikova, making both groups stacked with talent.
With fans eager to see how the top players perform, the Finals promise suspense and drama as each athlete brings their best to the court. As Rybakina prepares to test her game against the WTA’s elite, her fans are hopeful she will shine in Riyadh, making this a tournament to remember.