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Sabalenka Stays No. 1 Amidst WTA Rankings Shuffle
19 Jan
Summary
- Aryna Sabalenka maintains WTA world No. 1 ranking.
- Mirra Andreeva reaches a new career-high of No. 7.
- Several players achieve personal best rankings after recent tournaments.
As of January 19, 2026, Aryna Sabalenka retains her world No. 1 spot in the WTA rankings, boasting a significant point lead. While the top six positions remain largely unchanged, Mirra Andreeva has ascended to world No. 7 following her victory at the Adelaide International, marking a notable shift in the top 10.
Further down the rankings, several players achieved personal bests. Victoria Mboko reached a new career-high of No. 16 after her performance at the Adelaide International. Elisabetta Cocciaretto surged 24 places to No. 56 after winning the Hobart International, with runner-up Iva Jovic also reaching a new high of No. 27.
Other notable ascents include Maya Joint to No. 31, Jaqueline Cristian to No. 35, and Tereza Valentova to No. 57. Australian player Taylah Preston saw a significant jump to No. 161 after reaching the Hobart semi-finals, showcasing the impact of recent tournament successes on player standings.
