If the WTA Finals started today, the field would look quite different from the one we're expecting in October. Here's a look at the current standings and who's in, on the bubble, and outside looking in.
Who's In
- Mirra Andreeva (RUS) - 4,999 points
The 19-year-old Andreeva is having a breakout season, highlighted by her first Grand Slam title at the French Open. Her clay court success has been a key factor in her rise up the rankings, and she's now in the pole position for a spot at the WTA Finals.
- Aryna Sabalenka (BLR) - 4,945 points
The World No. 1 has been in that spot for 100 weeks, and she's on track to secure her spot at the WTA Finals. Her back-to-back wins at Indian Wells and Miami, the Sunshine Double, have been a significant contribution to her points tally.
- Elena Rybakina (KAZ) - 4,627 points
Rybakina's stretch from her victory at the 2025 WTA Finals Riyadh and her second Grand Slam trophy at the 2026 Australian Open made her seem unstoppable. However, she hasn't been able to advance past the quarterfinal of any event since, which could be a concern for her WTA Finals hopes.
- Karolina Muchova (CZE) - 4,270 points
Muchova is having the best season of her career, winning two titles this season and advancing to her second career Grand Slam final just a few weeks ago at Wimbledon. However, a recent surgery will sideline her for a few weeks, which could impact her WTA Finals chances.
- Elina Svitolina (UKR) - 4,116 points
Svitolina has had a consistent season, with success on both hard and clay courts. She's played in three career WTA Finals, but none since 2019, when she reached the final in Shenzhen. Her performance at the French Open could be a key factor in her qualification.
On the Bubble
- Jessica Pegula (USA) - 3,950 points
Pegula has had a strong season, nearly securing titles on all three surfaces. Her low, flat ball and aggressive play-style have fueled deep runs in several tournaments. However, her performance in Madrid and Roland Garros could be a concern for her WTA Finals hopes.
- Linda Noskova (CZE) - 3,674 points
Noskova's first Grand Slam title at Wimbledon has put her in prime position to qualify for the finals as a major champion. Her title in Berlin and career-high rank of No. 7 in the PIF WTA Rankings are also significant contributions to her points tally.
- Coco Gauff (USA) - 3,484 points
Gauff has had a strong season, reaching the final in two WTA 1000 events in Miami and Rome, and reaching at least the quarterfinal in two Slams this year. However, she's yet to win a title this season, which could be a concern for her WTA Finals hopes.
Outside Looking In
- Marta Kostyuk (UKR) - 3,275 points
Kostyuk's back-to-back Grand Slam semifinal runs in Paris and London have put her in a strong position. However, her performance on hard courts will be the determining factor for her WTA Finals hopes.
- Victoria Mboko (CAN) - 2,393 points
Mboko has reached three finals this year, but has come up short in each. Her lower-body injury has sidelined her since Queen's, and she'll miss the upcoming Toronto and Cincinnati 1000 events. However, if she can get back on the court for the US Open and Asian Swing, there's no reason to count her out just yet.
- Sorana Cirstea (ROU) - 2,045 points
Cirstea has been consistent all year, and has proven she's a force to be reckoned with. If she can find a rhythm back on the hard courts and score a few more deep tournament runs, she'll put herself into the WTA Finals conversation.
- Iga Swiatek (POL) - 1,954 points
Swiatek knows what it takes to win a major, and if she can win in New York, that could be her ticket to the WTA Finals. Her performance in Cincinnati last season and her past five WTA Finals appearances are also significant.
The Bubble and Outside Looking In
Several players are on the bubble, with Marta Kostyuk and Victoria Mboko just over 200 points away from the eighth spot. Sorana Cirstea and Iga Swiatek are also in the mix, with Cirstea needing a few more deep tournament runs and Swiatek needing a win in New York. Meanwhile, players like Iva Jovic, Belinda Bencic, Diana Shnaider, Madison Keys, and Elise Mertens are outside looking in, with Bencic and Mertens in particular needing strong performances in the final stretch of the season to have any chance.
In doubles, the qualification rules are the same as in singles. The top seven teams on the leaderboard automatically qualify, with the eighth spot going to the highest-ranked Grand Slam duo. Currently, all three Grand Slam winning teams are in the top seven and would qualify for Indian Wells if the event started today.
