Sara Sorribes, the tennis player from Vall de Uxó, has secured a spot in the singles draw of the Paris Olympic Games based on this week’s world ranking, which is used to determine the spots. To ensure a place among the 64 participants of the tournament, one must be among the top 56 in the rankings as of this Monday (Sorribes currently holds the 55th position) and be among the top four players in their country (Sorribes is the top-ranked Spanish player). Additionally, one must have met the participation requirements for the Billie Jean King Cup, a rule that Sorribes also complies with, earning her a spot in her second consecutive Olympic Games.
In addition to competing in singles, Sorribes will also participate in the doubles draw, where she will team up with Cristina Bucsa. The duo recently won the WTA 1000 Madrid Open together. Currently, only players in the top 10 of the doubles world rankings have a guaranteed spot if they partner with a player ranked in the top 300. However, Sorribes, ranked 21st in doubles, will also have a place as the second access criteria for the 32 pairs draw is the combined ranking of the two players. Considering that Bucsa is ranked 19th in the world in doubles, their combined ranking will easily secure them a spot in the draw.
Sorribes’ presence at the Olympic Games is a testament to her skill and dedication to the sport. Her achievements on the court have not gone unnoticed, and fans can look forward to seeing her compete against the best in the world in both singles and doubles events. As she prepares to represent Spain on the Olympic stage once again, Sorribes continues to inspire aspiring tennis players and fans alike with her talent and determination. Her journey to the Olympics is a reflection of her hard work and commitment to the sport she loves.