Brisbane, Auckland (UNA) :

The women’s tennis season is heating up as the semifinals have been decided at two key tournaments in Brisbane and Auckland. These events are seen as important preparation stops before the Australian Open, and top players are already showing strong form.

In Brisbane, Karolina Muchova produced a standout performance to defeat Elena Rybakina, ending her impressive winning run. Muchova will now face world number one Aryna Sabalenka, who came through her quarterfinal match with a confident win. The other semifinal will see Jessica Pegula take on Marta Kostyuk, setting up a contest between two players known for their consistency and fighting spirit.

Meanwhile, in Auckland, top seed Elina Svitolina booked her place in the semifinals after a hard-fought match that went the distance. She will be joined by young talents Alexandra Eala and Xinyu Wang, who have impressed with their composure and aggressive play early in the season.

For tennis fans, these results mean more high-quality action in the coming days. The semifinals will offer a clear picture of which players are settling into rhythm ahead of the first Grand Slam of the year. Tournament officials have assured smooth scheduling, with all eyes now on the final matches before players head to Melbourne.