Defending champion Iga Swiatek moved one step closer to a historic third straight Indian Wells WTA title with a dominant 6-0, 6-2 victory over Dayana Yastremska.
The world number two from Poland was in complete control, winning the first 10 games before her opponent finally got on the board.
Swiatek remains on track to become the first woman to win three Indian
Elsewhere, 17-year-old Mirra Andreeva cruised past Clara Tauson 6-3, 6-0, while 2023 champion Elena Rybakina defeated Katie Boulter 6-0, 7-5, setting up a fourth-round showdown between the two.
American Jessica Pegula also advanced with a 6-2, 6-1 win over Wang Xinyu.
In the men’s draw, Daniil Medvedev progressed after American Alex Michelsen retired just two games into the match.
Stefanos Tsitsipas eased past Matteo Berrettini 6-3, 6-3, and Tommy Paul edged past Cameron Norrie 6-3, 7-5.
Dutchman Tallon Griekspoor continued his strong run, following up his upset over Alexander Zverev with a 7-6, 6-3 victory over Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard.
