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WTA Finals draw pairs Rybakina with Gauff and Sabalenka with Andreeva

World number one Elena Rybakina and Coco Gauff are drawn together in Group One, while Aryna Sabalenka faces Mirra Andreeva in Group Two at the WTA Finals held at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden from November 8 to 15.

Rybakina, Gauff drawn together at WTA Finals, Sabalenka faces Andreeva
File photo Rybakina, Gauff drawn together at WTA Finals, Sabalenka faces Andreeva Photo: Business Recorder

Group One matchups confirmed

Defending champion Rybakina will start her title defense against Gauff. Her group also includes Jessica Pegula and Linda Noskova, who is making her tournament debut.

Group Two lineup details

Sabalenka will play third-ranked Andreeva in a competitive Group Two. The other participants are 2018 champion Elina Svitolina and Czech player Karolina Muchova.

Format and advancement rules

The event brings together the season's top eight qualifiers for a round-robin format. The top two players from each group will advance to the semifinals.

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  • Express Tribune
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