Elina Svitolina
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.
Jessica Pegula claimed her 10th WTA title by beating Elina Svitolina 6-2, 6-4 in the Dubai Tennis Championships final on Saturday. The American fourth seed secured her fourth WTA 1000 crown in a match lasting 72 minutes. Pegula described the victory as the perfect early birthday present ahead of turning 32 on February 24.
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Jessica Pegula staged a comeback to defeat Amanda Anisimova 1-6, 6-4, 6-3 in the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships semifinals, improving her head-to-head record to 5-0. Elina Svitolina outlasted Coco Gauff 6-4, 6-7(13), 6-4 in a three-hour marathon to set up an all-experienced final against Pegula. Both matches featured resilience and key turning points on February 20, 2026.