Elena Rybakina Shares Rare Swimsuit Photo After Wimbledon Struggles

Elena Rybakina has shared a rare swimsuit photo after her latest setback at Wimbledon. The two-time Grand Slam winner exited the All England Club on 7 July 2026, losing 7-6 (4), 6-1 to Elise Mertens in the third round.

What happened at Wimbledon?

Rybakina’s struggles began before Wimbledon. She lost to Katie Boulter at the HSBC Championships and Alex Eala at the Berlin Open. Those losses carried over to the grass, where she fell to Mertens in straight sets. The defeat marked her earliest exit at Wimbledon since she won the title in 2022.

Why the break now?

Rybakina is taking a pause before the US Open. Her 2026 season started strong-she beat Aryna Sabalenka in the Australian Open final on 26 January 2026. But since then, her form has dipped sharply. After losing to Yulia Starodubtseva at Roland Garros in late May 2026, she admitted her game isn’t where she wants it.

“If I knew, I wouldn’t be in this situation,” Rybakina told reporters after her Wimbledon loss. “I’ve been working well, but something isn’t clicking. I need to analyze and change things.”

What’s next for Rybakina?

Her next big test comes at the US Open in late August 2026. She’ll hope to rediscover the form that carried her to Grand Slam titles in 2022 and 2024. Fans have already rallied around her, urging her to take the break she clearly needs.

“She deserves a break,” one fan wrote. “She’s so talented but plays too much.” Another added, “Wishing Elena Rybakina more moments of happiness, relaxation, and success.”