Sonay Kartal Faces Elena Rybakina in Fourth Round After Defeating Madison Keys Sonay Kartal advanced to the fourth round of the WTA Indian Wells 2026 tournament after defeating Madison Keys, marking a significant upset. The Turkish player will now face third-seeded Elena Rybakina, a former champion, in the next stage of the competition. This marks their first meeting in the tournament, setting the stage for an intriguing clash. Kartal’s victory over Keys was highlighted as one of the surprises of the event, showcasing her ability to compete against higher-ranked opponents. Rybakina, a former champion, brings a strong record into the match, having previously claimed titles in 2023. The fourth-round encounter is scheduled to take place on Stadium 2, with the match starting after 4:30pm local time (11:30pm GMT) on the day of the event. The broadcast will be available on Sky/Now TV, though a subscription is required. The statistical comparison between the two players reveals key differences in their performance. Kartal’s return game statistics are slightly better, with a 38.2% first-serve return points won percentage compared to Rybakina’s 34.2%. Additionally, Kartal’s overall return points won percentage (44.9%) is marginally higher than Rybakina’s 43.5%. However, Rybakina holds an edge in break point conversion, with a 55.5% success rate compared to Kartal’s 49.6%. She also excels in saving break points, with a 67.6% success rate versus Kartal’s 52.2%. In terms of service points, Rybakina’s 64.2% win rate slightly outperforms Kartal’s 61.6%. Rybakina’s playing style relies heavily on her powerful serve, consistent groundstrokes, and height advantage, which allows her to dominate rallies.#elena_rybakina #sonay_kartal #madison_keys #wta_indian_wells_2026 #stadium_2
