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Swiatek Defeats Sakkari at Indian Wells

Published March 10, 2026, 12:19
Swiatek Defeats Sakkari at Indian Wells

Iga Swiatek defeated Maria Sakkari in the third round of the Indian Wells tournament with a score of 6-3, 6-2. The Polish player, ranked No. 2 in the world, avenged her loss to Sakkari in Doha. Swiatek entered the match determined, despite Sakkari starting with a break, and managed to control the course of the game, winning the first set 6-3 and the second 6-2. Sakkari, Greece's top tennis player, was unable to find an answer to Swiatek's aggression, who broke her serve several times during the match. This victory confirms Swiatek's excellent form and makes her a favorite to win the tournament.