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Iga Swiatek honestly rates her chances of making the WTA Finals ahead of the Wuhan Open

Iga Swiatek enters the upcoming Wuhan Open facing a difficult path to secure a spot in the year-end WTA Finals. Currently ranked 10th in the qualification race with 3,584 points, the Polish star must achieve a deep run in this final 1000-level event to overtake Karolina Muchova for the eighth position.

Swiatek, who last missed the season finale in 2019, intends to approach the challenge match by match while acknowledging the difficulty of the task ahead. Her draw includes high-profile competitors such as Aryna Sabalenka, Elise Mertens, and Mirra Andreeva.

Meanwhile, Wimbledon champion Linda Noskova has withdrawn from the tournament due to a left calf injury. Having already secured her own qualification for the WTA Finals, the Czech player's absence slightly alters the competitive landscape of the bracket.

Swiatek expressed gratitude for the enthusiastic fan support she has encountered during the current Asian swing, noting that the positive energy helps her maintain focus through the end of the season.

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