Upsets Abound as 2025 WTA Finals Heat Up in Riyadh

2025 WTA Finals See Upsets in Riyadh

The 2025 WTA Finals have begun with significant upsets, as top women's tennis players have struggled in the end-of-season tournament.

World No. 5 Jessica Pegula defeated reigning champion No. 2 Iga Świątek 3-6, 6-1, 6-0, marking a notable upset on Monday.

In another match, Coco Gauff's serve struggles led to 17 double faults, including three consecutive misses, ultimately resulting in a loss.

"Coco is a great champion, great competitor, good friend, so it's always tough playing her,"
"I don't think there's any secrets with this group of girls here."

Rybakina continued the trend of upsets by defeating Świątek, winning 12 out of the last 13 games and humbling the 2025 Wimbledon champion.

Author's summary: Upsets dominate the 2025 WTA Finals in Riyadh.

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