Iga Swiatek
Svitolina upsets Swiatek in Indian Wells quarters amid Tennis Channel broadcast backlash
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Elina Svitolina defeated world No. 2 Iga Swiatek 6-2, 4-6, 6-4 in the BNP Paribas Open quarterfinals on March 13, advancing to the semifinals against Elena Rybakina. The Ukrainian's tactical play secured her second career win over Swiatek, extending her tour-leading 19 victories and perfect 6-0 record in three-set matches this season. However, Tennis Channel's coverage, which prioritized men's match discussions, drew widespread fan criticism.
The Polish Tennis Association has rejected claims of widespread ticket returns ahead of Poland's Billie Jean King Cup qualifier against Ukraine in Gliwice on April 10-11. Coach and analyst Lech Sidor suggested fans were abandoning the event due to Iga Swiatek's absence. The association insists only one return request was made last week.
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As previously reported, following her split with Wim Fissette after early 2026 exits at Indian Wells and Miami, world No. 3 Iga Swiatek is trialing Francisco Roig—Rafael Nadal's long-time coach—at the Rafa Nadal Academy in Mallorca. Other candidates are also in consideration ahead of the clay season.
World No. 2 Iga Swiatek faces Australian qualifier Maddison Inglis in the fourth round of the 2026 Australian Open on Monday. Inglis, ranked 168, has captivated fans with her unlikely run, becoming the first Australian woman to reach this stage since Ash Barty in 2022. Swiatek, a six-time Grand Slam winner, enters as a heavy favorite after dropping just one set.
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Four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka has withdrawn from the 2026 Australian Open ahead of her third-round match, citing a recurring left abdominal injury exacerbated by post-pregnancy changes. Australian qualifier Maddison Inglis advances to the fourth round via walkover to face Iga Swiatek. The withdrawal follows Osaka's three-set victory over Sorana Cirstea and comes amid controversy over her on-court behavior.