Top tennis players often enjoy the Asian swing due to its unique culture, enthusiastic fans, and delightful local treats. Recently, Elena Rybakina and Ekaterina Alexandrova participated in a taste test of various Japanese Kit Kat flavors at the Toray Pan Pacific Open in Tokyo. They ranked their favorites from most to least delicious, providing insights into their palates.
Rybakina and Alexandrova’s Kit Kat Rankings
Elena Rybakina, currently ranked in the Top 10, favored the classic Kit Kat flavor as her top pick. She also enjoyed:
- Matcha
- Cheesecake
- Strawberry
- Orange (her least favorite)
Ekaterina Alexandrova took her time sampling the flavors before making her selections. She ranked her top flavors as follows:
- Classic (No. 1)
- Orange
- Matcha (noting it didn’t taste authentic)
- Strawberry
- Blueberry
Tournament Highlights
In addition to their snack tasting, both players showcased their talents in the tournament. Alexandrova, who recently entered the Top 10 of the PIF WTA Rankings, defeated Jaqueline Cristian with a score of 6-1, 6-2, advancing to her 11th quarterfinal in 2025. She will face Sofia Kenin for a chance to reach the semifinals.
Rybakina, who won the recent title in Ningbo by defeating Alexandrova in the final, is ranked World No. 7. She is striving to secure her spot in the WTA Finals in Riyadh. Rybakina achieved a key victory over Leylah Fernandez, winning 6-4, 6-3 in the Round of 16 and is set to meet Victoria Mboko next. If successful, she would advance to the semifinals, possibly facing Anna Kalinskaya or Linda Noskova.
Anticipated Final Matchup
Both Rybakina and Alexandrova are on track for a potential final showdown for the second consecutive week. The excitement surrounding their performance and the experience of tasting Japanese Kit Kats adds a fun element to the competitive atmosphere of the Toray Pan Pacific Open.
