New Delhi, Nov. 8 -- The WTA Finals 2025 in Riyadh delivered high drama on November 7, as world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka battled past Amanda Anisimova in a thrilling semifinal. The Belarusian star clinched a 6-3, 3-6, 6-3 victory in two hours and 23 minutes, securing her spot in the championship game.

Sabalenka will face Elena Rybakina on November 8 in a showdown for the prestigious crown. Rybakina advanced earlier by defeating Jessica Pegula 4-6, 6-4, 6-3, powered by 15 aces.

The match was a rollercoaster, with both players trading blows. After splitting the opening sets, tension peaked in the decider. At 4-3, Sabalenka unleashed a deep return that forced Anisimova into errors, grabbing the vital break.

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