Wuhan, China – Aryna Sabalenka etched her name deeper into tennis history on October 11, 2025, after clinching a commanding victory at the Wuhan Open, extending her flawless run at the tournament and surging past the rare 10,000 WTA points barrier for the season.
The Belarusian powerhouse, currently reigning as World No. 1, has now amassed 19 straight wins at the Wuhan Open since her debut in 2019, capping off her third consecutive title there. This unbeaten streak places her among just nine players – including legends like Serena Williams and Steffi Graf – who have achieved such sustained excellence at a single WTA 1000 event.
Sabalenka’s latest triumph not only solidifies her grip on the top ranking spot – especially after Iga Swiatek’s surprise quarterfinal exit to Jasmine Paolini – but also catapults her into an even more exclusive club. With her updated total hitting 10,400 points for 2025, she becomes the eighth woman ever to eclipse the 10,000-point mark in a single season, joining an illustrious lineup of past and present greats.
Already surpassing Caroline Wozniacki and Ash Barty on the list, Sabalenka is hot on the heels of Dinara Safina, Maria Sharapova, and Victoria Azarenka, with key events like the WTA Finals still ahead. Her blistering form has seen her leapfrog former rivals, underscoring a dominant year that includes multiple Grand Slam deep runs and now this historic points haul.
Looking ahead, Sabalenka faces a blockbuster semifinal clash against compatriot Jessica Pegula, a matchup that could further cement her lead in the race for year-end No. 1 honors. Pegula, who has battled through a grueling draw, will need to summon her best to halt the Sabalenka express.
Sabalenka’s ascent mirrors the legendary 2013 campaign of Serena Williams, who set the benchmark with 13,615 points en route to US Open and French Open titles, plus a WTA Finals crown. At 27, Sabalenka shows no signs of slowing, blending raw power with tactical brilliance to redefine what’s possible in women’s tennis.
As the Wuhan Open hurtles toward its climax, all eyes are on whether Sabalenka can extend her streak to 20 wins – and climb even higher on that coveted points leaderboard.
