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Elena Rybakina Admits She’s ‘Not the Freshest’ Ahead of WTA Finals Return

After withdrawing from Tokyo with a back injury, Rybakina says she’s ready to “try to do my best” in Riyadh despite fatigue. “Not the freshest, but when competition starts, it doesn’t matter,” she said. The 2022 Wimbledon champion called 2025 “a challenging season” but is proud to have qualified for the WTA Finals after steady form.