(VIDEO) "I actually don't have a driving license...": Elena Rybakina lets loose caveat if she wins Porsche Tennis Grand Prix

Saturday, 20 April 2024 at 18:00

Elena Rybakina let loose one caveat behind her potentially going on to win the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix in Stuttgart and that is she can't drive.

Rybakina snapped Iga Swiatek's unbeaten streak in style 6-3, 4-6, 6-3 in the end and will face Marta Kostyuk or Marketa Vondrousova in tomorrow's showpiece final. It is the first time that Swiatek has been defeated at this tournament and lands a 2-0 head to head on clay for Rybakina. But unlike Swiatek who has detailed how she uses the cars, Rybakina won't be driving it.

"Well guys I actually don't have a driving license so that's going to be the goal," said Rybakina with a smile.

“It was like always a very tough match. My serve helped me a lot in the important moments. I was fighting for every ball. It was such a close match. I’m really happy I managed to win and I showed a good game," she also said post match.

“Of course we both like to dominate in the point.. it wasn’t easy to start. She has a really good kick. I also have a good serve. It was kind of a battle of who starts to dominate. It’s always tough to play her. We push each other. Really happy today I managed to win.”

Read also

Samuel GillEditor-in-Chief

Samuel Gill is the Chief Content Officer (CCO) of TennisUpToDate.com, a role he has held since 2020. He is responsible for editorial governance across the platform, including setting content standards, overseeing accuracy and consistency, and guiding long-term editorial strategy. Since joining, he has contributed more than 10,000 articles and editorial pieces across the TennisUpToDate network, playing a central role in the daily operation and development of the site.

Based in Leicester, Samuel has a broad background in tennis media. In his current role, he works closely with editors and writers to ensure coverage meets clear journalistic standards, with particular attention to verification, consistency, and timely updates when new information becomes available.

See author's posts

claps 0visitors 0

"I have plans to start a family, get married, have a dog": Garbine Muguruza awaits start of 'new chapter' after retirement announced

Game, set, match: Garbine MUGURUZA trades tennis for Zumba in unexpected retirement