Elina Svitolina Defeats Iga Swiatek to Reach Indian Wells Semifinals

Elina Svitolina defeated world number two Iga Swiatek 6-2, 4-6, 6-4 at the Indian Wells Masters 1000 to reach the semifinals for the first time since 2019. Svitolina capitalized on Swiatek's eight double faults and maintained composure in a tight third set. She will face either Elena Rybakina or Jessica Pegula for a place in the final. Swiatek, a six-time Grand Slam winner, has faced multiple quarter-final exits this season.