Kazakhstan's Elena Rybakina has secured the year-end world number one ranking in women's tennis, the WTA announced on Thursday. The 25-year-old, who has won three Grand Slam titles in her career, clinched the top spot with consistent performances throughout the 2026 season.
Rybakina's achievement marks the first time a player from Kazakhstan has finished a year as the world number one.
BBC Sport journalist Mandeep Sanghera reported on the milestone on October 29, 2026.
