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Your weekly newsletter for everything related to women’s professional tennis! We share player spotlights and behind-the-scenes stories and highlight moments from the WTA world. We believe women’s tennis truly deserves the spotlight!

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Welcome to Topspin Sisters’ The Weekly Spin! I’m so happy you’re here. This newsletter is all about bringing you some weekly highlights from the WTA world—because women’s tennis deserves more love!


Clay season is officially here! While the world’s top three players are skipping the Charleston Open, plenty of exciting action awaits. Who will step up and make an early statement on the clay? Follow @topspin.sisters on Instagram for the latest WTA highlights!

Last week in the WTA world, Eala continued to make history, stunning World No. 2 Iga Świątek in straight sets. Though her Miami run ended with a loss to Jessica Pegula, she’s made a huge leap and firmly established herself among fans. Previously ranked No. 140, she’s set to become the first Filipina in the world’s top 100.


Biggest Match of the Week

Jessica Pegula and Alexandra Eala battled through a thrilling three-set match! An incredible run for Eala—I can’t wait to see more from her in the future. It’s exciting to watch a left-handed player making waves on the court!

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Fun Stat & Record-Breaking Moment

Alexandra Eala becomes the first Filipina WTA semifinalist! (WTA)


Behind-the-Scenes Moments

New Australian Citizen. Daria Kasatkina to represent Australia moving forward. (Tennis.com)


Bite-Sized Player Story

Jessica Pegula – breaking into the Top 10 in 2021, she’s known for her consistent baseline game and powerful backhand. Off the court, she’s also an entrepreneur, co-owning the skincare company Ready 24.


WTA Tournament Spotlight: Charleston Open

We are officially entering the Clay season! Who will make their mark on the green clay this year?


Player withdraws from the Charleston Open

  • Paula Badosa first withdrew from the Miami Open and has now pulled out of the Charleston Open as well due to a lingering back issue.
  • After an impressive run at the Miami Open, Magda Linette has withdrawn from the Charleston Open.

Players to watch in the Charleston Open

Jessica Pegula – World No. 4

The top seed in Charleston comes in hot after a runner-up finish in Miami. Can she keep up her momentum and secure valuable points to become the top-ranked American player?

Madison Keys – World No. 5

The 2025 Australian Open champion reached her first clay-court final at the Charleston Open in 2015 and later claimed the title in 2019. Can she lift the trophy again this year?


Le Come Back

Alize Cornet was awarded a WC at the Rouen Open. She retired in 2024 at her home grand slam – Roland Garros.


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Your weekly newsletter for everything related to women’s professional tennis! We share player spotlights and behind-the-scenes stories and highlight moments from the WTA world. We believe women’s tennis truly deserves the spotlight!