WTA Finals
tennis
Overview
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.
This 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.
Career highlights
- 1972 – Inaugural edition held in Los Angeles, establishing the season‑ending championship.
- 2009 – Serena Williams wins her first WTA Finals title, defeating Caroline Wozniacki 6‑2, 6‑4.
- 2014 – Simona Halep captures the title in Singapore, beating Caroline Wozniacki 6‑3, 6‑0.
- 2019 – Ash Barty becomes the first Australian champion since 2002, beating Karolína Plíšková 6‑3, 6‑7(4), 6‑3.
- 2025 – Iga Swiatek secures her first WTA Finals crown, defeating Aryna Sabalenka 6‑4, 6‑3.
FAQ
- What is the WTA Finals?
- The WTA Finals is the year‑end tournament of the Women’s Tennis Association, featuring the top eight singles players and top eight doubles teams competing for the championship, ranking points and prize money.
- When and where is the next WTA Finals held?
- The 2026 WTA Finals is scheduled for early November 2026 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, at the King Saud University sports complex.
- How many players compete in the WTA Finals?
- Eight singles players and eight doubles teams qualify for the event, based on their points accumulated during the WTA Tour season.
- How does the round‑robin format work?
- Each player (or team) plays three matches against different opponents in a group of four. The top two from each group advance to the semifinals, which are single‑elimination.
- Who holds the record for most WTA Finals titles?
- Martina Navratilova holds the record with five singles titles, while Serena Williams and Petra Kvitová share the record for most doubles titles (three each).
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