“I've been struggling in the last few races so while third isn't the victory we had hoped for I can definitely take some kind of confidence from it going into the next two days.”
"I'm extremely happy to become World No.1," said El Sherbini.
The Melbourne Vixens have recorded a 23-goal win over the Cold Power Magic to get their first win at home this season.
Speaking in the wake of the recent draw for the event, excitement is building inside the Latvian camp as they prepare to make the most of playing opponents from around the globe.
Angelique Kerber wins all-German dream final
