Elena Rybakina vs Marta Kostyuk; Head-to-Head, and Prediction ahead of Stuttgart Open 2024

The stage is all set for the mouth-watering clash at the Stuggart Open Final 2024. Notably, world number 4 Elena Rybakina is set to lock horns against Marta Kostyuk for the final epic showdown. However,Rybakina has become a great name in tennis owing to her magnificent performances. However, Marta Kostyk is also a looming threat, despite having less experience.

Rybakina was ecstatic after she went on to beat Igain the semis to get a place in the final clash. However, she admitted that the game was close, but she held her nerves to win the game. She also opened up about how they encourage each other to improve in the game.

“It was, like always, a tough match. I was fighting for every ball and it was such a close match, and I’m really happy that I managed to win and that I showed a good game. It’s always tough to play Iga. We always push each other," Rybakina said.

However, Marta Kostyuk revealed that she didn't have much practice for the tournament, but she was calm and composed, which helped her win the game. The young player is looking forward to facing Rybakina for the last and final showdown.

“I came here on Saturday and I practised four days before my first match, and really I was playing worse and worse with every day. I was like, ‘OK, time to play some matches because I don’t want to practice anymore,” Kostyuk said. 

Elena Rybakina vs Marta Kostyuk: Head-to-Head

Rybakina and Kostyuk have only met twice before and shared the head-to-head score.

• Adelaide 1 2023 R16 (H): Kostyuk won 6-7(5), 6-2, 6-3
• US Open 2023 R1 (H): Rybakina won 6-2, 6-1

Prediction: 

Elena Rybakina to win the final in straight sets with slightly under 20 games. She will look to register 7 aces at least while not allowing Marta to record more than 3.