Naomi Osaka prepares for quarterfinal clash with Elena Rybakina in Toronto
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 11:24 AM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
Naomi Osaka is set to face Elena Rybakina in the quarterfinals of the National Bank Open in Toronto. Osaka has won three matches without dropping a set, including her latest against Leylah Fernandez. Rybakina, while ranked No. 2, has had a tougher path, dropping two sets during her tournament run. This match marks the first meeting between the two players at the tour level, with both players expressing excitement about the encounter.
- •Osaka has achieved three straight-set victories in the tournament.
- •Rybakina has dropped two sets leading into the quarterfinal.
- •Osaka's recent match victories include a 6-4, 6-4 win over local hero Fernandez.
- •Rybakina's most recent win was a hard-fought 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 match against Liudmila Samsonova.
- •The quarterfinal match is scheduled to take place soon.
- 11:24 AMYahoo Sports — ‘What a match’ – Tennis fans applaud Elena Rybakina after impressive comeback win against Naomi Osaka
- 2:38 AMYahoo Sports — Down but never out: Elena Rybakina prevails over Naomi Osaka at National Bank Open
- 6:51 AMYahoo Sports — Naomi Osaka Refuses to Undermine Elena Rybakina Ahead of National Bank Open Clash
"After a hard-fought quarter final in the National Bank Open, Elena Rybakina beat Naomi Osaka in a game that had fans applauding both superstars after. The National Bank Open is in the latter stages at the moment, with the semi-final clashes set.
"In a first meeting that turned into an instant classic, Elena Rybakina came from behind in epic fashion to defeat Naomi Osaka in the National Bank Open quarterfinals.
"Naomi Osaka has been on a roll at the National Bank Open. She has racked up three victories in the tournament and has yet to drop a set.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsAug 12, 2026, 11:24 AM‘What a match’ – Tennis fans applaud Elena Rybakina after impressive comeback win against Naomi Osaka
After a hard-fought quarter final in the National Bank Open, Elena Rybakina beat Naomi Osaka in a game that had fans applauding both superstars after. The National Bank Open is in the latter stages at the moment, with the semi-final clashes set.
- Yahoo SportsAug 12, 2026, 2:38 AMDown but never out: Elena Rybakina prevails over Naomi Osaka at National Bank Open
In a first meeting that turned into an instant classic, Elena Rybakina came from behind in epic fashion to defeat Naomi Osaka in the National Bank Open quarterfinals.
- Yahoo SportsAug 10, 2026, 6:51 AMNaomi Osaka Refuses to Undermine Elena Rybakina Ahead of National Bank Open Clash
Naomi Osaka has been on a roll at the National Bank Open. She has racked up three victories in the tournament and has yet to drop a set.
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