The Brisbane International 2024 is set to kick off the WTA season with an impressive lineup of top-tier talent. Reigning Australian Open champion Aryna Sabalenka, world No. 7 Jessica Pegula, No. 8 Emma Navarro, and No. 9 Daria Kasatkina are leading the charge in this highly anticipated tournament.
Aryna Sabalenka, the world No. 2, is the top seed and the defending champion. She has been in phenomenal form, and her powerful game makes her a favorite to win the title again. Sabalenka’s aggressive baseline play and strong serve will be key assets as she aims to defend her points and maintain her position at the top of the rankings.
Jessica Pegula, ranked No. 7, is known for her consistency and versatility on the court. Pegula’s ability to adapt to different playing styles and her mental toughness make her a formidable opponent. She will be looking to improve on her previous performances and make a deep run in the tournament.
Emma Navarro, ranked No. 8, is one of the rising stars in women’s tennis. Her strong all-around game and determination to succeed have earned her a spot among the top players. Navarro will be eager to showcase her skills and gain valuable experience in a high-stakes tournament like the Brisbane International.
Daria Kasatkina, ranked No. 9, is known for her crafty and unpredictable style of play. Her ability to mix up shots and keep her opponents guessing makes her a challenging opponent. Kasatkina will be looking to build on her recent successes and make a strong impression in Brisbane.
The tournament also features other top players such as Elena Rybakina, Madison Keys, Jelena Ostapenko, and Victoria Azarenka, adding to the excitement and competitiveness of the draw. With such a strong field, fans can expect thrilling matches and high-quality tennis throughout the event.
The Brisbane International serves as an excellent warm-up for the Australian Open, and the players will be eager to gain momentum and fine-tune their games before the year’s first Grand Slam. With Sabalenka, Pegula, Navarro, and Kasatkina leading the draw, the tournament promises to be a showcase of some of the best tennis talent in the world.
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Aryna Sabalenka in 2024
Ranked world no.1, Sabalenka played her last match on the 8th of November when she lost to world no.3 Cori Gauff 7-6(4) 6-3 in the semifinal in Riyadh (draw).
Until now, during this year Sabalenka has achieved an overall 56-14 match record. Aryna conquered 4 titles in 2024 at the Australian Open, Cincinnati, U.S. Open and Wuhan. The Belarussian was the finalist in Brisbane, Madrid and Rome.
Jessica Pegula in 2024
At the moment ranked no.7, the American played her last match on the 5th of November when she capitulated to world no.10 Barbora Krejcikova 6-3 6-3 in the round robin in Riyadh (draw).
Presently, during this year Pegula has achieved a compiled 39-16 win-loss record. Jessica clinched 2 titles in 2024 in Berlin and Toronto. Jessica was the runner-up in Cincinnati and U.S. Open.
Aryna Sabalenka and Jessica Pegula clashed against each other 8 times. Their current record is 6-2 for Sabalenka.