Ekaterina Alexandrova of Russia has returned to the top 20 of the Women’s Tennis Association rankings, climbing from 21st to 19th. This update was reported by the WTA on its official site, confirming her steady presence among the world’s leading players.
On February 4, Alexandrova faced Elena Ostapenko of Latvia in the final of the WTA 500 event held in Linz, Austria. The match concluded with Ostapenko prevailing 6-2, 6-3. The result, while disappointing for Alexandrova, still positioned her among Russia’s strongest competitors in the tour, maintaining her status as a key contributor to the national team’s success this season.
Within the Russian women’s rankings, Daria Kasatkina remains the highest placed player at 14th. Close behind, Lyudmila Samsonova sits at 15th, while Veronika Kudermetova holds the 16th position. These players continue to balance top results with consistent performances, underscoring Russia’s depth in the women’s game this year.
In Hua Hin, Diana Schneider captured her maiden WTA title, achieving a remarkable breakthrough on February 4. This victory propelled her up 35 places to a career-high ranking of 78th. Meanwhile, Mirra Andreeva, at 16 years of age, maintained a position in the top 40, signaling exciting potential for her ongoing development and the next generations of Russian and international talent alike.
Iga Swiatek of Poland remains the world number one, leading the rankings with a substantial points total. At present, Arina Sabalenko of Belarus sits in second place after triumphing at the Australian Open, while Cori Gauff of the United States rounds out the top three. These standings reflect a dynamic season where multiple players are vying for major titles and shift in the rankings can be expected as tournaments unfold.
Looking ahead, the season is shaping up to be one with frequent movement among the top ranks. The performances of rising stars like Andreeva, along with established veterans, will determine how the chart evolves across both the WTA Tour and its global events. The current momentum suggests more milestones could be reached by players across different countries as the calendar advances, with fans watching closely to see who will break into the elite group and how long current leaders will maintain their grip on the top positions.