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Rybakina Eyes Ningbo Comeback Amidst Injury Scare
22 Oct
Summary
- Rybakina seeks strong resurgence at Ningbo Open after injury.
- She holds a dominant 1-0 head-to-head record against Kudermetova.
- Rybakina boasts a strong 49-10 record on hard courts in 2026.
Top seed Elena Rybakina faces Polina Kudermetova in the Ningbo Open's Round of 16 on October 22, 2026. Rybakina, the World No. 1, is seeking to rebound after a recent loss at the China Open and a withdrawal from the Wuhan Open due to a left foot injury.
Kudermetova advanced to this stage by defeating Cristina Bucsa in the first round. She has had mixed results in recent tournaments, including a third-round appearance at the China Open and early exits at the Korea and Wuhan Opens.
Rybakina previously defeated Kudermetova in straight sets at the 2023 Berlin Tennis Open. Rybakina's strong performance on hard courts this season, coupled with her significant serving advantage, positions her as the favorite to win, despite her recent injury concerns. Her impressive 49-10 record on hard courts this year contrasts sharply with Kudermetova's 5-8 record on the surface.
