How does top 10 of WTA rankings look after Ningbo Open 2025?

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Published at :October 20, 2025 at 3:26 PM

Modified at :October 20, 2025 at 3:26 PM

(Courtesy : @WTA/Twitter)

Jasmine Paolini booked her spot at the WTA Finals 2025 after reaching Ningbo Open semifinals.

Elena Rybakina’s title run at the Ningbo Open 2025 lifted her to World No. 7 in the WTA rankings leaving her just 15 points behind Mirra Andreeva in the race for a third straight WTA Finals appearance.

Her second WTA 500 title of the year featured commanding victories over Jasmine Paolini in the semifinals and Ekaterina Alexandrova in the final.

Paolini’s semifinal finish was enough to confirm her place among the season’s top eight, leaving only one qualifying spot open between Rybakina and Andreeva. Rybakina’s surge pushed Madison Keys down to No. 8, while Alexandrova further solidified her position inside the top 10.

RYBAKINA WINS IN NINGBO! 🏆#NingboOpen pic.twitter.com/0FtQWF0W5v
— wta (@WTA) October 19, 2025

Meanwhile, Diana Shnaider gained 135 points for reaching the semifinals, and defending champion Daria Kasatkina slipped to No. 35 after missing the event due to injury.

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Updated WTA rankings after the Ningbo Open 2025:

Aryna Sabalenka – 10400
Iga Swiatek – 8768
Coco Gauff – 7873
Amanda Anisimova – 5924
Jessica Pegula – 5183
Jasmine Paolini – 4525
Elena Rybakina – 4505
Madison Keys – 4449
Mirra Andreeva – 4319
Ekaterina Alexandrova – 3375

Updated WTA live race after Ningbo Open 2025:

Aryna Sabalenka – 10000 (Q)
Iga Swiatek – 8368 (Q)
Coco Gauff – 6574 (Q)
Amanda Anisimova – 5907 (Q)
Jessica Pegula – 5183 (Q)
Madison Keys – 4449 (Q)
Jasmine Paolini – 4325 (Q)
Mirra Andreeva – 4320
Elena Rybakina – 4305
Ekaterina Alexandrova – 3375 (E)

Note: The first seven players qualify directly, along with a Grand Slam champion not inside the top seven. If multiple Slam winners are outside the top seven, the player with more points on the live race earns the final spot. If all Grand Slam champions are inside the top seven, the eighth player also qualifies.

How did Jasmine Paolini qualify for the WTA Finals 2025?

Jasmine Paolini secured her spot at the WTA Finals 2025 after reaching the semifinals of the Ningbo Open, which guaranteed her a place among the top eight in the Race standings.

Who won the Ningbo Open 2025?

Elena Rybakina won the Ningbo Open 2025, defeating Ekaterina Alexandrova 3-6, 6-0, 6-2 in the final to claim her second WTA 500 title of the season.

How close is Elena Rybakina to qualifying for the WTA Finals 2025?

Rybakina sits just 15 points behind Mirra Andreeva in the WTA Race after her Ningbo triumph and needs at least a semifinal finish at the Tokyo Open to qualify.

Who are the players already qualified for the WTA Finals 2025?

The qualified players so far are Aryna Sabalenka, Iga Swiatek, Coco Gauff, Amanda Anisimova, Jessica Pegula, Madison Keys, and Jasmine Paolini.

Who are still in contention for the final WTA Finals spot?

Mirra Andreeva and Elena Rybakina are battling for the last qualifying spot, with Rybakina closing in after her strong run in Ningbo.

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Aniruddh Seshadri

Aniruddh Seshadri Iyer is a passionate sports journalist at Khel Now, specializing in tennis and Olympic sports. An engineer by training, he found his storytelling passion through iconic Grand Slam and Olympic moments. Known for sharp analysis and insightful coverage, he draws inspiration from Novak Djokovic’s resilience. Outside journalism, he enjoys reading, traveling, and playing the guitar.