Mladenovic returns to WTA Masters

Kristina Mladenovic, 33, will return to the WTA Masters doubles event after seven years, partnering with Chinese player Hanyu Guo, 28, whom she recently won Wimbledon with. The tournament will be held in Indian Wells from November 8 to 15.

Qualification confirmed for Mladenovic and Guo

Mladenovic and Guo’s qualification for the Masters has been officially confirmed. They joined other top doubles teams, including the Belgian-Chinese pair Elise Mertens and Zhang Shuai, and the Hispano-American pair Cristina Bucsa and Nicole Melichar-Martinez.

Successful 2026 season earns Mladenovic a spot

Mladenovic and Guo earned their place in the Masters through a successful 2026 season, highlighted by their Wimbledon victory. This was Mladenovic’s seventh Grand Slam title and Guo’s first.

Mladenovic’s doubles focus and singles struggles

Doubles have become Mladenovic’s main focus, despite her low singles ranking of 802nd. She has only won two singles matches this year, including one in the qualifiers. Her doubles success has made her a key player for France in upcoming team events.

Mladenovic to support France in BJK Cup

Alizé Cornet is expected to rely on Mladenovic’s doubles expertise during France’s upcoming BJK Cup matches against Australia. These matches, scheduled for November 21 and 22 in Portel, could help France improve its world ranking.