The 2025 Canadian Open (National Bank Open) is fast approaching, and with it comes significant ranking implications for several top WTA players, including Aryna Sabalenka, Coco Gauff, Jessica Pegula, and Amanda Anisimova. With the WTA rankings system operating on a 52-week rolling basis, players are required to defend points earned from the previous year’s results. Failure to match or exceed those performances can result in a drop in ranking points, affecting their positions in the WTA rankings.
Aryna Sabalenka – 650 Points to Defend
Aryna Sabalenka reached the semifinals of the Canadian Open in 2024, earning 650 ranking points. If she fails to replicate or surpass that result in 2025, she will lose valuable ground in the race for the No. 1 spot. Given her deep runs in Grand Slams and WTA 1000 events, Sabalenka will need a strong performance in Toronto to maintain her top ranking.
Coco Gauff – 350 Points to Defend
Coco Gauff had a solid quarterfinal finish at the 2024 Canadian Open, which awarded her 350 points. As a top 5 player, Gauff will be aiming to go deeper this year to continue climbing the rankings. A premature exit could see her drop important points, especially with the competition tightening in the top 10.
Jessica Pegula – 900 Points to Defend
Jessica Pegula faces the most pressure among the group, having been the 2024 Canadian Open champion. She is defending a hefty 900 points and any result short of a title defense will see her lose ground in the WTA rankings. Pegula has consistently performed well in North American hardcourt events, but the pressure will be on to deliver once again.
Amanda Anisimova – 190 Points to Defend
Amanda Anisimova reached the Round of 16 in 2024, earning 190 points. Currently working her way back up the rankings after injuries, Anisimova will be looking to at least match this result to avoid a points drop. A deeper run could provide her with a significant rankings boost.
The 2025 Canadian Open will play a pivotal role in shaping the WTA rankings ahead of the US Open. Every match counts as Sabalenka, Gauff, Pegula, and Anisimova battle to protect their positions on the global stage.