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World Number One Elena Rybakina Withdraws from WTA Finals Due to Viral Illness

World number one Elena Rybakina has withdrawn from the 2026 WTA Finals in Indian Wells just hours before the season-ending tournament begins. The defending champion will miss the competition after struggling with a viral illness, with Ukraine’s Marta Kostyuk stepping in to replace her.

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World Number One Elena Rybakina Withdraws from WTA Finals Due to Viral Illness

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