Elena Rybakina Withdraws From WTA Finals Amid Backlash

Elena Rybakina, the World No. 1, withdrew from the WTA Finals just before her match against Linda Noskova. Serena Williams' coach, Rennae Stubbs, questioned Rybakina's decision to play in Tokyo instead of heading straight to California, sparking backlash from fans who felt the WTA's scheduling was to blame, not Rybakina herself.