Elena Rybakina raising arms in victory with racket across chest and ball in hand under warm stadium lights on tennis court.

Rybakina Triumphs Over Sabalenka to Claim WTA Finals Title

Ethan R. Coleman December 15, 2025No Comments

Elena Rybakina captured the WTA Finals title in Riyadh after defeating world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka 6‑3, 7‑6(0) on Saturday.

Sabalenka and Rybakina lean exhausted on tennis court with arms raised and abandoned racket beside scoreboard showing 7-0

The Final Match

Rybakina faced Sabalenka in the championship match of the WTA Finals. The match took place in Riyadh on Saturday. Rybakina won the first set 6‑3, securing a comfortable lead.

Second Set Battle

The second set was a tight contest, with Sabalenka pushing Rybakina to a tiebreak. Rybakina prevailed in the tiebreak 7‑0, completing the straight‑sets victory.

Result and Impact

With the win, Rybakina became the champion of the WTA Finals. Sabalenka, the world No. 1, finished as runner‑up.

Key Takeaways

Rybakina defeated Sabalenka 6‑3, 7‑6(0) in Riyadh.
The match was played on Saturday.
Rybakina won the WTA Finals title.

Rybakina’s victory in Riyadh cements her status as one of the top players on the women’s tour.

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Ethan R. Coleman

Hi, I’m Ethan R. Coleman, a journalist and content creator at newsoflosangeles.com. With over seven years of digital media experience, I cover breaking news, local culture, community affairs, and impactful events, delivering accurate, unbiased, and timely stories that inform and engage Los Angeles readers.”

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