Safina on Rybakina's new coach: "It's a big plus for Elena".

Elena Rybakina has been in turmoil at the start of 2025, with the announcement of the return of her coach Stefano Vukov, suspended by the WTA, as well as the departure of Goran Ivanisevic.

The Kazakh announced the arrival of Davide Sanguinetti to her team.

In any case, Vukov is not allowed to accompany her to tournaments.

Dinara Safina, who has already worked with Vukov, was delighted with the news: "I heard the news a little earlier, but I was asked not to tell anyone.

I'm sincerely happy about this collaboration, because I know Davide personally, I've worked with him myself and I have nothing but fond memories of him.

He was by my side in difficult times, and he really wanted to help me, he encouraged me a lot.

You know, he always tries to understand the player, which is important as a coach.

Another important point: he communicates very well and is friends with Stefano Vukov, so I think that's a big plus for Elena too.

We can only wish them good luck and we'll be keeping a close eye on this."