Kazakhstan’s Rebeka Rybakina created a major upset in the WTA Riyadh Final, defeating world number one Aryna Sabalenka with scores of 6-3, 7-6.
The victory was historic as Rybakina became the highest-earning woman in tennis, winning a total of £3.98 million in prize money. Sabalenka, the reigning US Open champion, earned £3.74 million for her runner-up finish.
Rybakina’s performance in Riyadh adds a significant milestone to her career, while the upset over the top-ranked Sabalenka underscores the competitive nature of women’s tennis at the highest level.
