Elena-Gabriela Ruse def. Peyton Stearns
6-2 4-6 6-4
Elena-Gabriela Ruse defeated Peyton Stearns 6-2 4-6 6-4 in the 2026 Dubai Tennis Championships second qualifying round on hard courts on February 14, 2026.
Match Information
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Player Comparison
| Field | Elena-Gabriela Ruse | Peyton Stearns |
|---|---|---|
| Country | ROU | USA |
| Birth date | Nov 6, 1997 | Oct 8, 2001 |
| Age | 28 | 24 |
| Height | 172 cm | 173 cm |
| Handedness | Right-Handed | Right-Handed |
| Backhand style | Two-Handed Backhand | Two-Handed Backhand |
| Ranking (entering) | 72 | 55 |
| Ranking points (entering) | 892 | 1,078 |
| Elo (entering) | 1,780 | 1,765 |
| Current career W-L | 63–84 | 72–74 |
| Current career earnings | $3,842,205 | $4,225,345 |
Path
Elena-Gabriela Ruse's path
| Opponent | Score | W-L | H2H | Match Data | Date | Round |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yuliia Starodubtseva | 6-2 6-7(3) 6-1 | W | H2H | Match data | Feb 13, 2026 | Q1 |
Elena-Gabriela Ruse's next match
| Opponent | Score | W-L | H2H | Match Data | Date | Round |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emma Navarro | 4-6 5-7 | L | H2H | Match data | Feb 16, 2026 | R64 |
Peyton Stearns's path
| Opponent | Score | W-L | H2H | Match Data | Date | Round |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vera Zvonareva | 6-4 3-6 6-4 | W | H2H | Match data | Feb 13, 2026 | Q1 |