Defending champion Iga Swiatek’s journey at the WTA Finals in Saudi Arabia has come to an unexpected end. Despite a decisive victory over Daria Kasatkina, Swiatek’s hopes rested on Coco Gauff defeating Barbora Krejcikova. However, Krejcikova triumphed 7-5, 6-4, securing her spot in the semi-finals at Swiatek’s expense. With this win, Krejcikova topped the Orange Group and will face Zheng Qinwen, while Gauff prepares to meet Aryna Sabalenka in the upcoming semi-finals.