Swiatek’s status in check after his elimination at Indian Wells 2026

ByDavid Mitchell
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In the Indian Wells quarterfinals, Elina Svitolina defeated Iga Swiatek in an even match 6-2, 4-6 and 6-4 and confirmed a fact that puts the Polish woman’s status in check. She lost the last five matches against Top 10 players.

Namely: with Elina Svitolina (Indian Wells 2026), with Elena Rybakina (Australian Open 2026), with Coco Gauff (United Cup 2026), with Amanda Anisimova (WTA Finals 2025) and, again, with Elena Rybakina (WTA Finals 2025).

This is also a loss of points that, starting next week, will make her lose 175 units in the world ranking with the certain chance that two players can pass her.

It should be remembered that she is currently number 2 on the planet, only below Aryna Sabalenka, who has a good difference over her: Elena Rybakina (3rd) and Jessica Pegula (5th) can take second place.

For Swiatek, Miami is coming and a chance to turn history around. The best are going to be present, her included.

All the WTA 1000 activity from Indian Wells can be followed LIVE on Disney+ Premium Plan.

David Mitchell
David Mitchell

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