WTA Finals 2026: Mirra Andreeva and Elina Svitolina contest final in repeat of round-robin match
As the WTA Finals prepares for its next chapter, this year’s has almost been written. After an early end to the deal to host its flagship event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the WTA is stopping off at Indian Wells, Calif., before a three-year run in Charlotte, N.C. Over those four editions, the governing body intends to restore its flagship event’s status and relevance, starting this November in the…
The WTA Finals 2026 will see Mirra Andreeva and Elina Svitolina face off in the championship match, a repeat of their round-robin match earlier in the tournament. The event kicked off in Indian Wells, Calif., before moving to Charlotte, N.C., for a three-year run. The eight best singles players and doubles pairs competed for the title.
After injuries and withdrawals, Andreeva and Svitolina emerged as top contenders. Svitolina, the Ukrainian player who replaced Rybakina as an alternate, has had an impressive season, reaching the finals and losing to Andreeva in their first meeting. Pegula and Andreeva also met for the first time, with Andreeva winning 6-3, 6-4.
The tournament schedule features six days of round-robin competition, with singles and doubles matches played daily. The finals will be held on Nov. 15, with coverage on Tennis Channel and Sky Sports.
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