Mladenovic returns to Top 10 in doubles

Kristina Mladenovic, 33, has climbed back into the top 10 of the WTA doubles rankings for the first time in five years, currently ranked 9th with 4,685 points. This marks a significant resurgence for the former world number one in doubles.

Successful 2026 season for Mladenovic

Mladenovic made her return to the Top 10 in September and has continued her climb, having finished the 2025 season at rank 53. Her partnership with Chinese player Guo Hanyu has been instrumental in her recent success.

Wimbledon victory boosts Mladenovic's career

The pair had a particularly strong 2026 season, highlighted by their victory at Wimbledon in July. They defeated Gabriela Dabrowski and Luisa Stefani in the final (6-3, 7-5), securing Mladenovic's seventh Grand Slam doubles title.

Qualification for WTA Finals

Mladenovic and Guo have already qualified for the WTA Finals, which will take place from November 8 to 15 in Indian Wells. This will be Mladenovic's first return to the women's Masters since 2019.

Past success at WTA Finals

Mladenovic previously won the WTA Finals twice in a row, in 2018 and 2019, partnering with Timea Babos. Her return to the event marks a new chapter in her career.