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World no.1 Rybakina gives up on the WTA Finals, taking in Kostyuk

The Kazakh tennis player announces her withdrawal for health reasons, Marta Kostyuk takes her place

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  • World number one Elena Rybakina withdraws from the WTA Finals in Indian Wells due to health problems.
  • The Kazakh tennis player, reigning champion, will miss the tournament to recover for the 2027 season.
  • Marta Kostyuk will take her place in the draw.

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Why It Matters

The WTA Finals are the end-of-season tournament on the women's circuit. Rybakina was the defending champion of the event.

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World number one Elena Rybakina has announced her withdrawal from the WTA Finals in Indian Wells due to an unspecified health problem. Ukrainian Marta Kostyuk will take her place in Group One of the tournament.

Rybakina, the defending champion, said in a statement that she was "not physically ready to compete" in the traditional end-of-season tournament that kicks off tomorrow and that she would focus on rest and recovery ahead of the 2027 season.

"I am very sorry to have to communicate to all my fans and supporters that, unfortunately, I have to withdraw from the WTA Finals this year - declared the Kazakh -. I have had an incredible season, but my body is not physically ready to compete. I will spend some time at home resting and recovering, preparing for the 2027 season".

Open Questions

  • What is the specific nature of Rybakina's health problem?

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This article was originally published by ANSA Sport.

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