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Elena Rybakina defeated World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka 6–3, 7–6 (0) to win the WTA Finals in Riyadh, becoming the first player from Kazakhstan to claim the title.
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Aryna Sabalenka battled past Amanda Anisimova in three sets to return to the WTA Finals championship match, where she will face first-time finalist Elena Rybakina in Riyadh.
Aryna Sabalenka powered past Jasmine Paolini in straight sets to kick off her WTA Finals campaign in Riyadh, leaning on her serve and composure to secure a strong opening victory.