Amanda Anisimova beat Iga Swiatek 6-7(3), 6-4, 6-2 in a thrilling match at the WTA Finals in Riyadh to reach the semi-finals on her debut. After Swiatek won their last meeting 6-0, 6-0 at Wimbledon, Anisimova gained revenge with a strong comeback, breaking twice in the final set to secure victory.
Elena Rybakina also advanced after a 6-4, 6-4 win over Ekaterina Alexandrova, continuing her unbeaten run in the tournament. She overcame a few lapses in concentration but finished confidently to claim another straight-sets win.
Next, Aryna Sabalenka faces Coco Gauff for a place in the last four, while Jessica Pegula meets Jasmine Paolini in another key group match.
