Who are the ones to beat in women’s tennis in 2024? Swiatek, Gauff, Sabalenka & Pegula lead the charge

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Who are the ones to beat in women’s tennis in 2024? Swiatek, Gauff, Sabalenka & Pegula lead the charge

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