Historic Triumph: President Tokayev Congratulates Elena Rybakina on Becoming World No. 1

Astana — President of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, has officially congratulated Kazakhstani tennis superstar Elena Rybakina on a monumental milestone: reaching the coveted number one spot in the WTA world rankings.

“A Sporting Pinnacle and Historic Triumph”

In his congratulatory message, the Head of State emphasized that leading the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) rankings is one of the highest possible achievements in professional sports.

“Ascending to the number one spot in the WTA rankings is a sporting pinnacle achieved through your phenomenal talent, colossal hard work, and unwavering self-belief. This historic achievement has glorified Kazakhstani sports globally and forever etched your name into the history of world tennis,” the President’s message read.

Tokayev noted that Rybakina’s journey to the top serves as a shining example for thousands of young athletes in Kazakhstan and millions of tennis fans worldwide. He also specifically praised the athlete’s exemplary sportsmanship on the court and her graceful demeanor with the public, highlighting her noble character and excellent upbringing. In closing, the President wished Rybakina continued champion spirit and new victories in upcoming tournaments.

How Rybakina Reached the Top

Rybakina officially secured the world number one ranking following a dominant victory over China’s Zheng Qinwen in the quarterfinals of the US Open. This crucial win allowed the Kazakhstani star to dethrone the previous world leader, Belarusian Aryna Sabalenka.

To date, Elena Rybakina’s impressive list of professional accolades includes:

• 13 WTA singles championship titles.

• Two Grand Slam victories: a historic triumph at Wimbledon in 2022 and the Australian Open title in 2026.