The stage is set for an intense showdown in the Ningbo Open final, as former Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina and rising star Ekaterina Alexandrova will battle for the title. Rybakina, who ended her five-month wait for a final with a dominant 6-3, 6-2 victory over Jasmine Paolini, is determined to add the Ningbo Open title to her collection of accolades. This win keeps her hopes alive for a spot in the end-of-season WTA Finals, especially after Paolini's missed opportunity to secure her place in the Turin tournament. Rybakina's journey to the final was not without challenges, as she faced a tough battle against Paolini, saving seven break points in an 89-minute match. Despite sending down 10 aces, Rybakina's focus and determination proved to be the key to her success. As for Alexandrova, the top-10 ranked player is making her mark in the tennis world, having defeated Diana Shnaider 6-3, 6-4 to secure her place in the final. The Ningbo Open final promises an exciting display of talent and determination, with both players aiming to etch their names in tennis history.
