Elena Rybakina, renowned for her powerful serve and clean ball-striking, has delivered several standout victories:
2022 Wimbledon Champion
Her crowning achievement, becoming the first Kazakh player to win a Grand Slam singles title.
- Strong>Final: Strong>Defeated Ons Jabeur (3) 3-6, 6-2, 6-2.
- Strong>Road: Strong>Took out Simona Halep (16) in the semifinals 6-3, 6-3.
2023 Indian Wells Champion
Secured her first WTA 1000 title in dominant fashion.
- Strong>Final: Strong>Beat Aryna Sabalenka (2) 7-6(11), 6-4 in a high-quality clash.
- Strong>Semifinal: Strong>Overcame Iga Świątek (1) 6-2, 6-2, a stunningly comprehensive win over the world #1.
2023 Italian Open Champion
Captured her second WTA 1000 title on clay.
- Strong>Final: Strong>Defeated Anhelina Kalinina (LL) 6-4, 1-0 (ret.).
- Strong>Road: Strong>Beat Markéta Vondroušová and Jélena Ostapenko (20).
2023 Australian Open Finalist
Reached her second Grand Slam final, showcasing resilience.
- Strong>Semifinal: Strong>Saved multiple match points to beat Victoria Azarenka (24) 7-6(4), 6-3.
- Strong>Final: Strong>Pushed Aryna Sabalenka (5) to three sets in a high-power contest (4-6, 6-3, 6-4).
Notable Wins Against Top Players
- Strong>Madrid 2024: Strong>Defeated Iga Świątek (1) 1-6, 7-5 (saving 3 MPs) in QFs.
- Strong>Roland Garros 2021: Strong>Beat Serena Williams (8) in R4 6-3, 7-5.
- Strong>Wimbledon 2024: Strong>Beat Elina Svitolina (21) 6-4, 7-6(3) and Anna Kalinskaya (17) 6-3, 3-0 ret. en route to QF.
These victories consistently highlight Rybakina's ability to peak on big stages and dismantle top-tier opponents with her imposing serve-aggressive baseline game combination.
