Linda Noskova became the first player to reach the WTA Finals semi-finals after a dominant 6-3 6-3 straight-sets victory over Coco Gauff.
It was a commanding display from the Czech against the world No 4. Noskova made it two wins from two, following her earlier victory over Marta Kostyuk. The 21-year-old has yet to drop a set at the WTA Finals, underlining her excellent form during an outstanding season.
Group One standings
Noskova has advanced with her two wins. Gauff and Jessica Pegula each sit on one win and one loss in Group One.
Kostyuk has been eliminated after suffering two defeats. The Ukrainian replaced world No 1 Elena Rybakina, who was forced to withdraw due to illness.
Pegula keeps semi-final hopes alive
Pegula bounced back from her defeat to Gauff with a 6-2 7-5 victory over Kostyuk, keeping her hopes of reaching the semi-finals alive.
The American made an explosive start, breaking Kostyuk in the opening game and securing a second break to comfortably take the first set 6-2. Kostyuk offered greater resistance in the second set and put Pegula under more pressure, but Pegula struck with a crucial late break before serving out the match.
What comes next
Noskova faces Pegula on Thursday, while Gauff takes on Kostyuk in the group’s remaining matches at Indian Wells.