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Elena Rybakina Reaches No. 2; Swiatek's Future Uncertain

3/18/2026

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Elena Rybakina rises to world No. 2 in the Women's Tennis Association (WTA) Rankings after Indian Wells, her first time in the top two, trailing only Aryna Sabalenka.
Her rise follows victories at the WTA Finals and the Australian Open.
Coach Dmitry Tursunov doubts Iga Swiatek's ability to regain her top form after dropping to No. 3 following consecutive quarter-final exits.
The upcoming Miami Open could further impact Swiatek's ranking.

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Elena Rybakina rises to world No. 2 in the Women's Tennis Association (WTA) Rankings after Indian Wells, her first time in the top two, trailing only Aryna Sabalenka.
Her rise follows victories at the WTA Finals and the Australian Open.
Coach Dmitry Tursunov doubts Iga Swiatek's ability to regain her top form after dropping to No. 3 following consecutive quarter-final exits.
The upcoming Miami Open could further impact Swiatek's ranking.