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Maya Joint rises to world No.87 after defeating Julia Grabher at the WTA 500 tournament in Merida, Mexico.

Maya Joint has made a significant leap in the WTA rankings, soaring to world No.87 following her impressive victory over Austria`s Julia Grabher at the WTA 500 tournament in Merida, Mexico. Joint dominated the match, winning 6-3, 6-2 in just over 90 minutes, sealing her triumph with a stunning forehand return winner. This victory adds to her momentum after two strong wins in the qualifying rounds.

At just 18 years old, Joint is now the second-youngest player in the top 100, trailing only world No.9 Mirra Andreeva. Andreeva recently broke into the top 10 after clinching her first major title in Dubai. Australia`s tennis scene is thriving, with three women—Kimberly Birrell, Joint, and Olivia Gadecki—currently ranked in the top 100. If Gadecki maintains her position, it will mark the first time since March 2022 that Australia has had three players in this elite group.

Next, Joint faces fifth seed Donna Vekic, aiming to improve her 2025 win-loss record of 12-5. A victory would secure her first WTA quarterfinal at the 500 level and her second tour-level quarterfinal of the season. Meanwhile, Ajla Tomljanovic, currently ranked 106th, is competing in Austin, Texas, and needs a deep run to re-enter the top 100.

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