The Canadian Open 2026 trophy is finally up for grabs as two of the biggest names in women’s tennis prepare to clash in Toronto. Kazakhstan’s Elena Rybakina and Poland’s Iga Swiatek have gone through a challenging hard-court field to set up a thrilling battle at the National Bank Open. Here is everything you need to know ahead of the title match.
Second-seeded Elena Rybakina earned her spot in the final by overcoming American Coco Gauff in a late-night, rain-delayed semifinal. After dropping a close first set, Rybakina found her rhythm and rallied to win 5-7, 6-2, 6-2.
On the other side of the draw, seventh-seeded Iga Swiatek also had to battle through three sets to secure her place in the championship. The Polish star defeated Ukraine’s Elina Svitolina 6-3, 1-6, 6-3, successfully converting her second match point to close out the victory.
This marks the very first time either Rybakina or Swiatek has reached the championship match at the Canadian Open.
One last battle in Toronto 👀🔥
Iga Swiatek and Elena Rybakina go head-to-head with the National Bank Open title on the line 🏆
Who ya got? 👇 pic.twitter.com/84ql7F8e6q
— National Bank Open (@NBOtoronto) August 13, 2026
Iga Swiatek vs Elena Rybakina Head-To-Head Record
Swiatek and Rybakina are familiar with each other’s games and have developed a strong rivalry on the WTA tour so far in their career. The interesting point here is that both have played 12 matches against each other and have won 6 each, keeping their head-to-head record even at 6-6. The last time they met was at the Australian Open 2026 quarterfinals, where Kazakh emerged victorious.
Iga Swiatek vs Elena Rybakina Live Streaming Details:
What time does the Iga Swiatek vs Elena Rybakina WTA Canadian Open 2026 final start?
The championship match between Elena Rybakina and Iga Swiatek is scheduled for Thursday night, August 13, 2026, in Toronto at 3:30 p.m. local. For viewers tuning in from India, the match is set to begin early on Friday morning, August 14, at 3:30 AM IST.
Where to watch Iga Swiatek vs Elena Rybakina WTA Canadian Open 2026 final match?
Fans can catch the live action of the Canadian Open 2026 final on Tennis Channel in India.
In Kazakhstan, Setanta Sports will provide the live coverage.
Fans in Poland can watch the match on Canal+.
In Britain, Sky Sports will be featuring the matches.
To watch the match in the United States, fans can tune in on Tennis Channel.
