Aryna Sabalenka secured a win over Karolina Muchova in the opening match of the WTA Finals, setting the tone for the season‑ending championship.
The WTA Finals, which gathers the top eight singles players from the season, saw the Belarusian power‑hitter face the Czech contender in a highly anticipated clash.
Sabalenka, known for her aggressive baseline play, overcame Muchova in a hard‑fought encounter, demonstrating the form that has seen her rise to the top of the rankings.
Muchova, a former world No. 5, fought back with sharp returns but could not keep pace with Sabalenka’s relentless pressure.
The result leaves Sabalenka with a strong start as she looks to build momentum in the round‑robin stage, while Muchova will seek to regroup for the next match.
<small>Source: Sky Sports — read the original story there.</small>
