With a semifinal spot and a hefty prize money on the line, Zheng Qinwen and Jasmine Paolini prepare for a showdown that could cap off their breakout seasons at the WTA Finals.
World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus secured her spot in the WTA Finals semifinal in Riyadh after defeating No.4 Jasmine Paolini of Italy, 6-3, 7-5 on Monday.
The American converted five of her eight break-point opportunities to win her opening match at the year-ending tournament for the top eight ranked players.
On Wednesday, Aryna Sabalenka (No. 1 in the world) takes on Elena Rybakina (No. 5) in the Round Robin at the Akron WTA Finals Guadalajara. Sabalenka is the favorite against Rybakina in this match, ...