Elena Rybakina Claims Her Second Porsche Tennis Grand Prix Title

Elena Rybakina secured her second consecutive title at the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix, defeating Karolina Muchova 7-5, 6-1 in the final. This victory marked her 13th overall title and came after a remarkable start to the year, which included winning the Australian Open in January. Notably, Rybakina's first win in Stuttgart in 2024 led to her using the prize Porsche to take and pass her driving test the following year. 'This tournament feels like home, and I look forward to returning every year,' Rybakina expressed. 'I'm thrilled to have won my second title here and to receive this beautiful car.' Rybakina's path to victory included saving two match points in a three-hour quarter-final against Leylah Fernandez. Her win elevated her into an elite group of players, including Venus Williams, Elina Svitolina, and Iga Swiatek, who have won at least five WTA-level titles on multiple surfaces. In another notable match, Marta Kostyuk emerged victorious in an all-Ukrainian final against Veronika Podrez at the WTA Open de Rouen, winning 6-3, 6-4. Kostyuk expressed her pride in Ukrainian tennis, stating, 'This match was a historical moment for our sport, and I hope it will inspire more kids to try tennis and experience the passion it brings.'