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Elena Rybakina, the 24-year-old Kazakh tennis star, not only clinched her third title of the season at the WTA 500 Stuttgart but also won a Porsche, a tradition of the tournament sponsored by the iconic car manufacturer. However, the victory lap in her new electric Porsche had to be passenger-only, as Rybakina admits she can't yet drive.
Post-victory, Rybakina's new challenge is not on the tennis court but on the road: learning to drive her Porsche prize. Winning the car along with 500 ranking points and a cash prize of $123,480 makes her latest victory especially memorable.
Rybakina's victory over Marta Kostyuk with a convincing 6/2, 6/2 scoreline in just over an hour, follows her earlier season victories in Brisbane and Abu Dhabi. Currently ranked 4th, she is on a fast track to becoming a prominent figure in women’s tennis.
Elena Rybakina’s journey from the courts of Stuttgart to potentially the highways showcases not just a sports triumph but a personal development story. With a new sports car waiting and major career milestones already achieved, Rybakina is poised for both professional growth and new personal adventures—starting with her first driving lesson.
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