Elena Rybakina through to Stuttgart Quarter-Finals
Elena Rybakina has moved into the quarter-finals in Stuttgart with a straight-sets win over Diana Shnaider, 6-3, 6-4.
Rybakina dropped just three points on serve in the opening set and lost only one point behind her first serve in the second.
She has now won five matches in a row, having lifted the title in 2024.
After the match, she was asked about finally being able to enjoy the Porsche she won in Stuttgart in 2024.
“Well winning the tournament gave me a good push to finally take my exams and get the drivers license,” she said. “I have the drivers license. I’m enjoying the car… It’s been amazing. Super happy to be back.”
Rybakina also spoke about her calm approach on court.
“Well I’m trying to control myself that’s for sure… I’m trying to focus on the next point. Forget the mistake as soon as possible. Overall a pretty calm person. It helps on the court.”
On how she spends time away from tennis, she added:
“Definitely not fishing… If it’s been a really difficult week, then I try to stay and relax… If I have a longer vacation I prefer to do something fun. A rollercoaster or something fun with the friends, family.”
