Svitolina reaches the semifinals of the WTA 1000 in Indian Wells, where she will play against Rybakina

Ukrainian tennis player Elina Svitolina reached the semifinals of the prestigious WTA 1000 tournament in Indian Wells after defeating the world number two, Iga Swiatek. In the next round, the Ukrainian will face Kazakhstan's Elena Rybakina. This is reported by Suspilne Sport.

Svitolina Semifinal Indian Wells: Victory Over Swiatek

In the quarterfinals of the tournament, Svitolina defeated world number two Iga Swiatek in three sets. Thanks to this victory, the Ukrainian advanced to the semifinals of one of the most prestigious tournaments of the season.

The next opponent will be the world number three Elena Rybakina, who defeated American Jessica Pegula in her quarterfinal match.

The upcoming meeting will be the seventh face-off between the tennis players. Currently, they have an equal number of victories against each other.

Svitolina and Rybakina Match: What the Opponents Say

Before the semifinal, Rybakina called the Ukrainian a very dangerous opponent.

According to the tennis player, Svitolina's playing style has noticeably changed after her return to the court.

«Yes, absolutely, I felt that after her return, she started playing more aggressively. She tries to come into the court on some shots, putting pressure, and I think that makes her a very dangerous opponent. She reads the game well», — said Rybakina.

Key facts before the semifinal:

• Svitolina defeated Swiatek in the quarterfinals

• Rybakina defeated Jessica Pegula

• The tennis players will play their seventh head-to-head match

• In 2026, Svitolina has 19 wins and 3 losses.

Svitolina herself noted after the victory over Swiatek that she tried to act more consistently and maintain an aggressive playing style. The Ukrainian also shared that last year's break helped her reset her career and return to high results.

Let us remind you that Svitolina lost the final of the WTA 1000 tournament in Dubai on February 21, 2026.