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The WTA (Women's Tennis Association) is the primary governing body for women’s professional tennis. Founded in 1973 by Billie Jean King, it manages the WTA Tour, the professional circuit for female tennis players. The WTA Tour includes events in different categories, such as WTA 1000, WTA 500, and WTA 250, along with the WTA Finals, the year-end tournament for the highest-ranked players. The WTA also oversees the WTA 125K series, which offers opportunities for players to gain points and progress in rankings.

The WTA ranking system was introduced in 1975. Players are ranked based on their performance in tournaments over the preceding 52 weeks, with points awarded depending on the tournament's category. The most points are given for victories in Grand Slam tournaments, followed by WTA 1000, 500, and 250 events. Rankings are updated weekly, reflecting each player's best results across 16 tournaments.

The WTA Finals is a significant event, featuring the top eight singles players and doubles teams based on year-long rankings. It uses a round-robin format before transitioning into knockout stages. The tournament has been held in various cities worldwide, including Shenzhen and Singapore. It serves as the season's final event for players to compete for additional points.

WTA tournaments take place on different surfaces, such as hard courts, clay courts, and grass courts. The WTA Tour operates across the globe, with tournaments held in North America, Europe, Asia, and other regions. The governing body provides structure and guidelines for women’s professional tennis, ensuring the organization of events throughout the year.