Elena Rybakina Looks Forward to WTA Finals After Practice Sessions with Simona Halep
Elena Rybakina, the Kazakh tennis star and reigning Wimbledon champion, is gearing up for the upcoming WTA Finals with a fresh sense of excitement and focus, bolstered by a recent practice session with former World No. 1 Simona Halep. Known for her powerful serve and aggressive baseline play, Rybakina has had an outstanding season, and the opportunity to train with Halep has only sharpened her game further.
Halep, currently serving a suspension but maintaining an active role in tennis, brought her wealth of experience and tactical insights to the practice session. Rybakina expressed appreciation for the chance to learn from Halep, emphasizing how valuable the former Grand Slam champion’s input was as she fine-tunes her game. “Simona has such a strong mental approach and amazing on-court tactics. Practicing with her helped me see different perspectives,” Rybakina said in an interview.
The WTA Finals, featuring the year’s top eight singles players, is expected to be fiercely competitive, with Rybakina facing off against familiar rivals like Iga Swiatek, Aryna Sabalenka, and Coco Gauff. With her recent experience alongside Halep, Rybakina aims to make a statement at the Finals and solidify her place at the top of women’s tennis.
Tennis analysts believe Rybakina’s renewed confidence and strategic approach could make her a formidable force as she looks to cap her impressive season with a standout performance at the WTA Finals.
