The stage is set for a spectacular finale at the WTA Finals in Riyadh, where the world's top two players, Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina, will compete for the prestigious season-ending championship.
A Fitting Finale for a Stellar Year
This final represents a fitting climax to the tournament, with both finalists arriving with perfect, unbeaten records. Each player had to dig deep, battling through tough three-set semi-finals to earn their place in the ultimate match. For Aryna Sabalenka, this is an opportunity to cap off a phenomenal year in the most glorious fashion. The Belarusian has solidified her position as world No. 1, a year highlighted by reaching three Grand Slam finals and clinching her second US Open title. A victory here would secure her first-ever WTA Finals trophy.
Rybakina's Resurgent Form
Standing in her way is the formidable Elena Rybakina. The Kazakh player has found a rich vein of form, carrying the momentum from her title win in Ningbo last month into this tournament. In Riyadh, she has notched impressive victories against top rivals, including a win over Iga Swiatek and a semi-final triumph against Amanda Anisimova. This final offers Rybakina a chance for redemption, a shot at avenging her loss to Sabalenka in the 2023 Australian Open final.
The final is scheduled to commence at 4pm GMT on Saturday, 8th November 2025. With so much at stake and both players in peak condition, a thrilling contest is guaranteed.
