Andreeva Stuns Sabalenka 6-4 6-0 at WTA Finals

Aryna Sabalenka suffered a surprisingly heavy defeat at the 2026 WTA Finals, losing to Mirra Andreeva in just 63 minutes. The Russian player won 6-4, 6-0 in what was a one-sided group match.

Sabalenka, a former world number one and one of the favourites for the title, could not find her rhythm. She made 23 unforced errors compared to Andreeva's six, and managed only eight winners against her opponent's 16.

Andreeva, who has been in strong form at the season-ending event, broke serve repeatedly in the second set and did not drop a game after taking the first. The result means Andreeva has qualified for the semifinals with a match to spare.

For Sabalenka, the defeat leaves her needing a positive result against Elina Svitolina in her final group match to secure second place in the group and keep her title hopes alive.

The WTA Finals brings together the top eight singles players of the season. This year's tournament has already produced several surprises, with Andreeva's dominant victory over Sabalenka among the most notable.