Conchita Martinez: "Sabalenka deserves to finish the year as world No.1".

Billie Jean King Cup director Conchita Martinez spoke about this year of women's tennis. In particular, she spoke of Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek, who were neck and neck to finish as world No. 1: "It's clear that they are now the two dominant players.

For a long time, Iga had a big lead, she dominated, and I really like her consistency. I also really like the way Aryna has improved in different aspects of her game.

She's improved her serve and her forehand is very powerful. She's played finals, won tournaments, so she deserves to be world No. 1, because Iga hasn't played for a while."

However, Martinez doesn't forget other players on the rise: "Coco Gauff and Elena Rybakina haven't won a Grand Slam, but there's no doubt that they'll be contenders for the biggest titles in 2025".