Elena rybakina advances against marta kostyuk at indian wells

By Rohan Mehta / 10.03.2026

Rybakina’s Dominance on Display

“Elena Rybakina leads 3-1, though she won their latest meeting in the quarterfinal of 2025 Montreal via retirement,” noted FlashScore, highlighting Rybakina’s strong track record against her opponent.

In their latest encounter at Indian Wells on March 10, 2026, Rybakina, currently ranked World No. 3 and seeded third in the tournament, faced off against World No. 28, Marta Kostyuk, who was seeded 28th. Rybakina’s confidence was bolstered by her recent victory at the Australian Open, where she triumphed over Aryna Sabalenka.

Kostyuk entered the match following a solid performance in the opening round, where she defeated Taylor Townsend with a score of 6-3, 6-2. However, Rybakina proved to be a formidable opponent, advancing past Hailey Baptiste in her previous match with a score of 7-6(5), 2-6, 6-2.

The match between Rybakina and Kostyuk lasted about an hour and a half, showcasing Rybakina’s skill and determination on the court. Ultimately, Rybakina secured her victory with a score of 4-6, 4-6, further extending her head-to-head lead against Kostyuk.

Throughout the tournament, Rybakina has demonstrated her exceptional form, boasting a 12-3 record in 2026. Meanwhile, Kostyuk’s performance at Indian Wells has also been commendable, as she earned over $61,000 in prize money for reaching the main draw.

Notably, Kostyuk’s best result at Indian Wells came two years ago when she reached the semifinals, indicating her potential to perform well at this prestigious event.

The tournament in California will continue until March 15, with Rybakina looking to build on her success and further her pursuit of the title.

As the competition progresses, fans eagerly await Rybakina’s next match, hoping to see her continue her impressive run.