Kazakhstan’s Yulia Putintseva Sets Career-High WTA Ranking After Victory in Adelaide
Adelaide, The Gulf Observer: World No. 25 Yulia Putintseva of Kazakhstan achieved a personal milestone by defeating world No. 40 Ons Jabeur of Tunisia in the quarterfinals of the Adelaide International. The Kazakh tennis star claimed victory with an impressive scoreline of 6-2, 6-4, earning her a career-best WTA Singles Ranking of No. 24.
Putintseva’s dominant performance secured her a spot in the semifinals, where she is set to face Russian tennis player Diana Shnaider, currently ranked 13th in the WTA rankings. A win in the upcoming match could further boost Putintseva’s ranking, potentially elevating her by two more positions.
The achievement is a bright moment for Kazakhstan’s tennis scene, as earlier reports confirmed that the nation’s players were unable to advance to the main draw of the Australian Open 2025.
Putintseva’s performance highlights her determination and growing stature on the international tennis stage, with fans eagerly anticipating her semifinal clash.