Elena Rybakina, principală favorită la Beijing în premieră din postura de lider mondial

Elena Rybakina enters the WTA 1000 tournament in Beijing as the world number one and top seed for the first time in her career. Following her recent US Open victory, she aims to maintain her leading position until the end of the season. Rybakina has been busy with media appearances and official receptions after her Grand Slam win, including receiving an award from the Kazakh president. Despite a lingering foot issue, she feels mentally prepared for the competition. Rybakina will face Alina Charaeva in the second round after receiving a bye.