Elena Rybakina has made a bold change to her schedule by accepting a wildcard for the WTA 500 Strasbourg Open. This move comes after her early exit from the Rome Open, where she struggled to find her rhythm on clay.
Currently ranked No. 11 in the world, Rybakina is looking to build momentum before the French Open. So far, her clay court season has been challenging, with just two wins and two losses across the Madrid Open and Rome Open.
The Strasbourg Open offers her a valuable chance to gain more match practice. With the French Open just a week away, this tournament is a key opportunity to sharpen her form and regain confidence.
The competition in Strasbourg will be fierce. Seven top-20 players are confirmed, including Emma Navarro (No. 9), Paula Badosa (No. 10), and Elina Svitolina (No. 14). Other strong contenders include Barbora Krejcikova (No. 15), Daria Kasatkina (No. 17), and Clara Tauson (No. 22).
For many players, Strasbourg is the final test before Roland Garros. It allows them to fine-tune their game and adapt to clay court conditions. For Rybakina, it’s also a chance to show she can bounce back and challenge for big titles.
Tennis fans are now watching closely to see how Rybakina performs. A strong showing in Strasbourg could boost her chances of making a deep run at the French Open.
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