WTA Finals

The WTA Finals is the season‑ending championship of the Women’s Tennis Association, featuring the top eight singles players and top eight doubles teams based on the year’s rankings. Held annually since 1972, the event showcases the sport’s elite in a round‑robin format before the knockout semifinals and final. Since 2021 the tournament has been staged in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, offering a $15 million prize pool and a state‑of‑the‑art venue at the King Saud University. The competition not only crowns the year’s champion but also awards valuable ranking points that can determine year‑end standings. Past champions include legends such as Serena Williams (2009, 2012), Simona Halep (2014), Ash Barty (2019) and the current record holder, Martina Navratilova (five titles). The WTA Finals remains a marquee event that draws global audiences and sets the tone for the next season.

The 2025 WTA Finals took place in Riyadh from November 2‑9, with world No. 1 Iga Swiatek capturing the singles title by defeating Aryna Sabalenka 6‑4, 6‑3 in the final. In doubles, the partnership of Coco Gauff and Jessica Pegula triumphed over Barbora Krejčíková and Kateřina Siniaková in a three‑set showdown. The event featured a $15 million prize pool and awarded 1,500 ranking points to the champion. Looking ahead, the 2026 edition is scheduled for early November in Riyadh, promising another high‑stakes showdown among the season’s top eight singles players and eight doubles teams.