WTA Finals 2026: Defending Champion Elena Rybakina Withdraws Due To Illness, Marta Kostyuk To Face Linda Noskova
New Delhi, Nov 8: World No. 1 Elena Rybakina has withdrawn from the 2026 WTA Finals at Indian Wells, citing a viral illness. "I am really sad to inform all my fans and supporters that I unfortunately have to withdraw from the WTA Finals this year,” Rybakina said in a statement. "I've had an incredible season but my body is just not physically ready to compete. I’m going to spend some time resting…
World No. 1 Elena Rybakina has pulled out of the 2026 WTA Finals in Indian Wells due to illness. In a statement, she expressed her sadness at being unable to compete this year, stating that her body is not physically ready for the tournament. Rybakina, who won four titles this season, will take some time to rest and recover before the 2027 season.
She wished everyone the best of luck and looked forward to returning to Indian Wells in March. Marta Kostyuk, the WTA's year-end No. 1 singles ranking holder, will take Rybakina's place in Group 1. Kostyuk will face Linda Noskova in the tournament's opening match, along with Coco Gauff and Jessica Pegula in subsequent round-robin matches.
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