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Elina Svitolina reaches WTA Finals semifinals after defeating Aryna Sabalenka

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 14, 2026, 12:16 AM

Last updated Nov 14, 2026

Elina Svitolina reaches WTA Finals semifinals after defeating Aryna Sabalenka

Summary

Elina Svitolina advanced to the semifinals of the WTA Finals in Indian Wells, California, following her win over Aryna Sabalenka. The tournament, which started on November 8, features the eight top singles players and doubles pairs of the season. Svitolina will compete against Linda Nosková, while Jessica Pegula faces Mirra Andreeva in the other semifinal matchup. The tournament marks a transition period for the WTA after a deal to host the event in Riyadh fell through, moving forward in Charlotte for the next three years.

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•Svitolina defeated Sabalenka to reach the semifinals
•Pegula eliminated Coco Gauff, advancing to face Andreeva
•The tournament runs through November 15 at Indian Wells
•WTA Finals will return to Charlotte for the next three years
•Elena Rybakina withdrew due to illness before the tournament

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As the WTA Finals prepares for its next chapter, this year’s is still being written. After an early end to the deal to host its flagship event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the WTA is stopping off at Indian Wells, Calif., before a three-year run in Charlotte, N.C. Over those four editions, the governing body intends to restore its flagship event’s status and relevance, starting this November in the Coachella Valley. The eight best singles players and doubles pairs of the season compete. The tournamen
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