Rybakina and Kostyuk to Face Off in Indian Wells 3rd Round

The two players will meet on Monday at 8:00 pm local time on STADIUM 1 in the BNP Paribas Open.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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Elena Rybakina, the world No. 3, will take on Marta Kostyuk, the world No. 28, in the 3rd round of the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, California on Monday at 8:00 pm local time. The two players have faced each other four times previously, with Rybakina holding a 3-1 head-to-head advantage.

Why it matters

This matchup between two rising stars in women's tennis is sure to be a highly anticipated clash, as both players look to advance deeper into the prestigious Indian Wells tournament.

The details

Rybakina, the 2023 Australian Open champion, has an overall 13-3 win-loss record in 2026 so far. Kostyuk, on the other hand, has a 7-2 record this year and recently reached the final of the Brisbane International.

  • The match will take place on Monday, March 9, 2026 at 8:00 pm local time.

The players

Elena Rybakina

A 23-year-old Kazakh tennis player who is currently ranked world No. 3 and has won 12 career titles, including the 2023 Australian Open.

Marta Kostyuk

A 23-year-old Ukrainian tennis player who is currently ranked world No. 28 and has reached the final of the 2026 Brisbane International.

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The takeaway

This highly anticipated 3rd round matchup between two of the WTA's rising stars will be a must-watch for tennis fans, as both Rybakina and Kostyuk look to advance deeper into the prestigious BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells.