How are points earned by tennis players in a grand slam and other WTA tournaments?

In Grand Slam tournaments, tennis players earn ranking points based on their progression in the event, with champions receiving 2,000 points. Points decrease for each round, with semifinalists earning 1,200 points and quarterfinalists receiving 720 points. In WTA tournaments, points vary according to the tournament's tier, with higher-tier events like Premier Mandatory offering more points than lower-tier events. Players accumulate points throughout the season to determine their world ranking.