The WTA rankings have taken a sharp turn just days before Wimbledon 2025, and the tennis world is buzzing. Poland’s Iga Świątek, once the undisputed queen of the circuit, has dropped further in the rankings — while China’s rising star Zheng Qinwen has continued her meteoric climb into elite territory.
Świątek’s latest dip sees her fall to No. 8 in the world — her lowest position since early 2022. A string of underwhelming performances, particularly during the clay and early grass-court season, have left the former World No. 1 struggling for rhythm. Her early exit from the French Open, coupled with her absence from any major final in the last three months, has cost her precious ranking points.
In stark contrast, Zheng Qinwen has powered her way to a new career high of No. 4. The 22-year-old Chinese sensation has been on fire this season, and her semifinal run at Queen’s Club last week only solidified her status as one of the most dangerous players heading into Wimbledon. Her improved movement on grass, previously a surface she found tricky, suggests she is evolving fast — and at just the right time.
Madison Keys is another name climbing the ranks, jumping up two places to No. 6 following a consistent stretch of form. Meanwhile, Amanda Anisimova also made headlines by reaching a career-best ranking of No. 13 after finishing runner-up at Queen’s.
But perhaps the most heartwarming story belongs to Germany’s Tatjana Maria. At 37 and a mother of two, Maria’s stunning title win at the WTA 500 event at Queen’s was nothing short of magical. Her ranking rocketed from outside the top 100 to inside the top 50 — a leap few could have predicted.
These movements have dramatically altered the seeding picture for Wimbledon. With Zheng now likely to be seeded fourth, she could avoid a top-three showdown until the semifinals. Świątek, on the other hand, might face a tricky early draw as she tries to reclaim lost ground.
The WTA’s current landscape is shifting. A new generation is no longer knocking on the door — it has stepped firmly inside. With Wimbledon just days away, the pressure is on for veterans like Świątek to rediscover their spark, while players like Zheng and Anisimova will look to seize their moment on one of tennis’s bi
ggest stages.
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