Paolini Gains Ground, Rybakina Faces Uncertainty in WTA Finals Race after China Open
BEIJING – Jasmine Paolini’s strong performance at the China Open has significantly bolstered her position in the race for the 2025 WTA finals, while Elena Rybakina’s early exit introduces doubt into her qualification prospects. The latest standings reveal a tightening competition for the remaining spots, with Mirra Andreeva also firmly in contention.
The WTA finals, featuring the year’s eight top performers, represents the pinnacle of women’s tennis achievement. With several players vying for the limited qualifying berths, results in late-season tournaments carry immense weight. Currently, Coco Gauff leads the race with 5249 points, followed by Amanda Anisimova (4973), Madison keys (4450), and Jessica Pegula (4273).Mirra Andreeva sits at 4254 points, Elena Rybakina at 3806, and Jasmine Paolini at 3591.
Paolini’s recent form has propelled her into a favorable position, creating a compelling three-way battle with Rybakina and Andreeva for the final qualifying spots. The outcome hinges on performances in upcoming tournaments,particularly as the China Open concludes. rybakina now awaits the final results from the China Open to determine the extent of the gap separating her from potential rivals.
Current WTA Finals 2025 Race Standings (as of October 6, 2024):
| Rank | Player | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coco Gauff | 5249 |
| 2 | Amanda Anisimova | 4973 |
| 3 | Madison Keys | 4450 |
| 4 | Jessica Pegula | 4273 |
| 5 | Mirra Andreeva | 4254 |
| 6 | Elena rybakina | 3806 |
| 7 | jasmine Paolini | 3591 |
