Aryna Sabalenka has cemented her place as the dominant force in women’s tennis. The Women’s Tennis Association recently named her the Player of the Year for 2025. This victory marks her second consecutive win for the prestigious award. She joins an elite group of champions like Serena Williams and Iga Swiatek. These legends are the only others to win back-to-back in the last 25 years.
The world number one enjoyed a truly remarkable and consistent season. Sabalenka remarkably held the top ranking for every single week of 2025. This feat reflects her incredible stamina and focus throughout a grueling tour calendar. She finished the year with 63 match victories and only 12 losses. No other player on the tour secured more wins than the Belarusian powerhouse this season.
A major highlight of her campaign was her success at the U.S. Open. Sabalenka successfully defended her title in New York to claim her fourth career Grand Slam. Her dominance extended well beyond just one tournament, however. She reached a total of nine finals across the season. She also captured trophies at high-profile events in Brisbane, Madrid, and Miami.
Even when she did not win the title, Sabalenka remained a constant threat. She reached the finals of the Australian Open and the French Open. She also made a deep run to the semifinals at Wimbledon. This consistent presence in the final stages of major events defined her year. It also earned her nearly 80% of the vote from the international media panel.
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Financial records also tumbled during her historic 2025 run. Sabalenka set a new single-season prize money record by earning over 15 million dollars. This total surpassed the previous all-time mark held by Serena Williams. The record highlights the increasing commercial strength and rewards in the women’s game. It also proves how much Sabalenka capitalized on her many deep tournament runs.
Other notable players also received recognition during the annual WTA Awards week. Amanda Anisimova took home the Most Improved Player award after a stellar resurgence. The American star reached two Grand Slam finals and broke into the top five. Belinda Bencic was named Comeback Player of the Year following her return from maternity leave. Meanwhile, Canadian teenager Victoria Mboko won Newcomer of the Year honors after a rapid climb into the top 20.
Sabalenka now enters the upcoming 2026 season as the clear woman to beat. Her blend of raw power and newfound mental consistency has proved difficult to counter. Fans and rivals alike will watch closely to see if she can maintain this peak. For now, she stands alone at the summit of the sport.
