Nadal tested in a 3-hour win over Cachin at Madrid
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Nadal tested in a 3-hour win over Cachin at Madrid

China Daily  

Spain's Rafael Nadal celebrates after winning his round of 32 match against Argentina's Pedro Cachin at the Madrid Open in Park Manzanares, Madrid, Spain April 29, 2024. Nadal's body withstood its toughest test yet at this Madrid Open in a 6-1, 6-7, 6-3 win over 91st-ranked Pedro Cachin on Monday. "I took more risks in the third set, but it's hard after so many months without competing," Nadal said. Swiatek, who lost last year's Madrid final to Aryna Sabalenka, will next face 11th-seeded Beatriz Haddad Maia, who defeated fifth-seeded Maria Sakkari 6-4, 6-4.

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Iga Świątek wins at WTA Finals in first match under new coach Wim Fissette
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Iga Świątek wins at WTA Finals in first match under new coach Wim Fissette

ABC  

Second-seeded Iga Świątek has rallied to beat Barbora Krejčíková 4-6, 7-5, 6-2 in her first match in two months at the WTA Finals in Saudi Arabia. Świątek, who arrived at the WTA Finals with new coach Wim Fissette, had not played a match since losing to Pegula in straight sets in the US Open quarterfinals in September. "Even though I …

Karolina Muchova outclasses Beatriz Haddad Maia to reach US Open semis for second straight year
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Karolina Muchova outclasses Beatriz Haddad Maia to reach US Open semis for second straight year

Hindustan Times  

Unseeded Czech Karolina Muchova, in only her sixth tournament back after suffering a wrist injury at the 2023 U.S. Open, beat Brazil's Beatriz Haddad Maia 6-1 6-4 on Wednesday to reach the New York semi-final for a second consecutive year. Karolina Muchova of the Czech Republic reacts against Beatriz Haddad Maia of Brazil during their Women's Singles Quarterfinal match. Muchova …

US Open 2024: Clinical Iga Swiatek beats Liudmila Samsonova to cruise into quarterfinal
3 months, 3 weeks ago

US Open 2024: Clinical Iga Swiatek beats Liudmila Samsonova to cruise into quarterfinal

The Hindu  

Iga Swiatek swept past Liudmila Samsonova 6-4, 6-1 at Arthur Ashe Stadium to reach the quarterfinal at the US Open 2024 on Monday as the top seed continued her flawless run through the Flushing Meadows draw. Swiatek, the only former women’s champion still standing, has not dropped a set in New York and in her 100th Grand Slam match the …

Top-ranked Iga Swiatek and Jannik Sinner reach semifinals in Cincinnati
4 months, 1 week ago

Top-ranked Iga Swiatek and Jannik Sinner reach semifinals in Cincinnati

Associated Press  

MASON, Ohio — Top-ranked Iga Swiatek and Jannik Sinner fended off challenges Saturday to reach the semifinals in the Cincinnati Open. Swiatek will face third-ranked Arnya Sabalenka, a 6-3, 6-2 winner over 10th-ranked Liudmila Samsonova 6-3, 6-2. “First time that I’ve played a semifinal in this place, so that’s very positive.” Swiatek and Sabalenka have met twice already this year, …

Top-ranked Iga Swiatek, Jannik Sinner advance in Cincinnati Open
4 months, 1 week ago

Top-ranked Iga Swiatek, Jannik Sinner advance in Cincinnati Open

Associated Press  

MASON, Ohio — Top-ranked Iga Swiatek survived in her return to hard courts Wednesday night in the Cincinnati Open, outlasting Varvara Gracheva 6-0, 6-7, 6-2. Playing for the first time since finishing third for Poland in the Paris Olympics on clay, Swiatek set up a third-round match against Marta Kostyuk — a 6-3, 7-5 winner over Lulu Sun. “But that’s …

Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz’s Olympic dream ended to leave uncertain future
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz’s Olympic dream ended to leave uncertain future

The Independent  

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Rafael Nadal, Carlos Alcaraz capture first doubles match together with straight-set win at Paris 2024
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal, Carlos Alcaraz capture first doubles match together with straight-set win at Paris 2024

New York Times  

Less than 24 hours after passing the Olympic torch alongside American tennis legend Serena Williams, American sprinter Carl Lewis and Romanian gymnast Nadia Comăneci on a boat on the Seine, Rafael Nadal teamed up with his Spanish compatriot Carlos Alcaraz for the first time. In their debut doubles match together as a pair in the opening round of Paris 2024, …

Rafael Nadal reaches first final since 2022 French Open by beating Ajdukovic in Sweden
5 months ago

Rafael Nadal reaches first final since 2022 French Open by beating Ajdukovic in Sweden

Hindustan Times  

Rafael Nadal reached his first final since the 2022 French Open by rallying to beat Duje Ajdukovic 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 Saturday at the clay-court Nordea Open. Spain's Rafael Nadal returns the ball to Croatia's Duje Ajdukovic during their men's semi-final singles match of the ATP Nordea Open After needing four hours to beat the 36th-ranked Mariano Navone in Friday's quarterfinals, …

Rafael Nadal's 'immense' reaction as Carlos Alcaraz shatters Spanish legend's long-standing record with French Open haul
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal's 'immense' reaction as Carlos Alcaraz shatters Spanish legend's long-standing record with French Open haul

Hindustan Times  

Fourteen-time Roland Garros champion Rafael Nadal on Sunday was the first to react after Carlos Alcaraz beat Alexander Zverev in front of a packed Court Phillipe Chatrier in Paris to claim his maiden French Open title. The third seed outlasted the German 6-3, 2-6, 5-7, 6-1, 6-2 to win his third career major while also breaking Nadal's long-standing record in …

Iga Swiatek races to third straight French Open title with victory over Jasmine Paolini
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Iga Swiatek races to third straight French Open title with victory over Jasmine Paolini

The Independent  

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Playing Iga Swiatek in French Open toughest challenge: Jasmine Paolini on losing final
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Playing Iga Swiatek in French Open toughest challenge: Jasmine Paolini on losing final

India Today  

Jasmine Paolini admitted that facing World No.1 Iga Swiatek in the French Open is the ‘toughest challenge’ in tennis. French Open 2024 Final Updates ‘You are doing an amazing job’ “Thanks for coming. Jasmine Paolini after losing to Iga Swiatek in Roland Garros final: “Hello everyone.” *crowd goes wild* “Thanks for coming. Congrats to your team.â€æ pic.twitter.com/NhNNXKjrMj — The Tennis …

Iga Swiatek: World No 1’s French Open record puts tennis future in her hands
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Iga Swiatek: World No 1’s French Open record puts tennis future in her hands

New York Times  

Iga Swiatek doesn’t win every tennis tournament she plays — but she wins the ones she wins in a way that makes nearly everyone watching her wonder how she ever loses. This is Swiatek’s third straight French Open triumph, and fourth in five years, a 6-2, 6-1 victory that will further cement her position as the standard that every other …

Iga Swiatek defeats Coco Gauff at the French Open and will face Jasmine Paolini in the final
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Iga Swiatek defeats Coco Gauff at the French Open and will face Jasmine Paolini in the final

Associated Press  

PARIS — Iga Swiatek is as good as it gets in tennis at the moment, especially at the French Open. Displaying her usual brand of powerful-but-clean groundstrokes, Swiatek needed only 10 winners to advance on Thursday, because she made only 14 unforced errors — while Gauff finished with 39. “For the most part, I do think I had the right …

On the way to becoming a great: Sania on Swiatek
6 months, 3 weeks ago

On the way to becoming a great: Sania on Swiatek

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: On Monday, one of the surest things in tennis, a Rafael Nadal win in the French dirt, came to an end. Some 48 hours after Nadal existed, another player, already a future Hall of Famer of the sport, showed why she is en route to becoming one of the best on this surface. That’s what Iga Swiatek managed to …

Swiatek survives Osaka classic, Alcaraz moves on at rain-lashed French Open
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Swiatek survives Osaka classic, Alcaraz moves on at rain-lashed French Open

China Daily  

Japan's Naomi Osaka and Poland's Iga Swiatek embrace after their second round match at the French Open in Roland Garros, Paris, France May 29, 2024. PARIS - Defending champion Iga Swiatek escaped from match point down against Naomi Osaka to reach the French Open third round on Wednesday, while Carlos Alcaraz overcame a scare of his own as persistent rain …

Rafael Nadal’s excellence at the French Open, as seen through the eyes of other tennis players
7 months ago

Rafael Nadal’s excellence at the French Open, as seen through the eyes of other tennis players

Associated Press  

At this point in Rafael Nadal’s career, he is most eager for one particular spectator to get to watch him play: His 1-year-old son. He’s like a wall.” Here are other players’ perspectives on what it’s like to face Nadal — and observations from some of the sport’s top women: “The thing is that, no matter which form Rafa is …

Iga Swiatek to face Aryna Sabalenka for Rome title and Serena record
7 months, 1 week ago

Iga Swiatek to face Aryna Sabalenka for Rome title and Serena record

Hindustan Times  

Iga Swiatek swept past Coco Gauff to reach the Rome Open final on Thursday where Aryna Sabalenka will stand in her way of a third title and her bid to match a Serena Williams record. Poland's Iga Swiatek celebrates after winning against USA's Coco Gauff at the Women's WTA Rome Open World number one Swiatek eased to a 6-4, 6-3 …

Swiatek on course for Madrid-Rome double; facing Keys in the quarters
7 months, 1 week ago

Swiatek on course for Madrid-Rome double; facing Keys in the quarters

Associated Press  

ROME — Top-ranked Iga Swiatek remained on course for an uncommon Madrid-Rome double after beating Angelique Kerber to reach the Italian Open quarterfinals on Monday. It was a ninth straight win for Swiatek, and the two-time Rome champion will next face Madison Keys after the American player eased past Sorana Cirstea 6-2, 6-1 in a match that was interrupted by …

Rafael Nadal shows he’s not quite ready for retirement in a comeback win at the Italian Open
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal shows he’s not quite ready for retirement in a comeback win at the Italian Open

Associated Press  

ROME — For a brief stretch on Thursday, Rafael Nadal looked every bit of a weary 37-year-old player nearing retirement. Struggling to produce pace off both sides with his groundstrokes, committing an uncharacteristically high number of unforced errors and unable to stay in rallies, Nadal dropped the first set of his first-round match at the Italian Open against Belgian qualifier …

Swiatek finds Nadal inspiration to win 'crazy' Madrid Open title
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Swiatek finds Nadal inspiration to win 'crazy' Madrid Open title

China Daily  

Poland's Iga Swiatek celebrates with the trophy after winning her final match against Belarus' Aryna Sabalenka at Madrid Open in Park Manzanares, Madrid, Spain May 4, 2024. MADRID - Top-ranked Iga Swiatek came through "the most intense and crazy final" she has ever contested to avenge her loss to Aryna Sabalenka in last year's Madrid final with a gruelling three-hour …

Swiatek finds Nadal inspiration to win 'crazy' Madrid Open title
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Swiatek finds Nadal inspiration to win 'crazy' Madrid Open title

China Daily  

Poland's Iga Swiatek celebrates with the trophy after winning her final match against Belarus' Aryna Sabalenka at Madrid Open in Park Manzanares, Madrid, Spain May 4, 2024. MADRID - Top-ranked Iga Swiatek came through "the most intense and crazy final" she has ever contested to avenge her loss to Aryna Sabalenka in last year's Madrid final with a gruelling three-hour …

Swiatek saves 3 match points to beat Sabalenka in Madrid Open final
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Swiatek saves 3 match points to beat Sabalenka in Madrid Open final

Hindustan Times  

Iga Swiatek avenged her loss in last year's final to Aryna Sabalenka and won the Madrid Open after a third-set tiebreaker. Poland's Iga Swiatek celebrates with the trophy after winning her final match against Belarus' Aryna Sabalenka The top-ranked Swiatek beat No. Swiatek collapsed on the red clay after Sabalenka hit long to end a match that lasted 3 hours, …

Swiatek finds Nadal inspiration to win ‘crazy’ Madrid Open title
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Swiatek finds Nadal inspiration to win ‘crazy’ Madrid Open title

The Hindu  

Top-ranked Iga Swiatek came through “the most intense and crazy final” she has ever contested to avenge her loss to Aryna Sabalenka in last year’s Madrid final with a gruelling three-hour 11-minute victory in the Spanish capital on Saturday. “I was surprised that in the third set I felt the best mentally,” said Swiatek, who improved to 7-3 lifetime against …

Swiatek outlasts Sabalenka in marathon final to win Madrid Open
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Swiatek outlasts Sabalenka in marathon final to win Madrid Open

The Hindu  

World number one Iga Swiatek edged Aryna Sabalenka 7-5, 4-6, 7-6 in a gripping and gruelling Madrid Open final to win the title for the first time on Saturday in what was a repeat of last year’s summit clash at the WTA 1000 claycourt tournament. Victory improved Swiatek’s record over her Belarusian rival to 7-3 as the three-times French Open …

Swiatek saves 3 match points to beat Sabalenka in Madrid Open final
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Swiatek saves 3 match points to beat Sabalenka in Madrid Open final

Associated Press  

MADRID — Iga Swiatek avenged her loss in last year’s final to Aryna Sabalenka and won the Madrid Open on Saturday after a third-set tiebreaker. Swiatek collapsed on the red clay after Sabalenka hit long to end a match that lasted 3 hours, 11 minutes, the longest WTA final so far in 2024. “Congrats as well to Aryna because we …

Swiatek returns to Madrid Open final by beating Keys. Medvedev retires in quarterfinal with injury
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Swiatek returns to Madrid Open final by beating Keys. Medvedev retires in quarterfinal with injury

Associated Press  

MADRID — Iga Swiatek cruised to a straight-sets semifinal win over Madison Keys on Thursday to reach the Madrid Open final and a rematch against No. I will focus on myself.” Sabalenka, who needed three sets to defeat Swiatek in the Madrid final last year, is into her third Madrid final after ending Rybakina’s 16-match clay-court winning streak. “I was …

Rafael Nadal’s Madrid Open dreams ended by Jiri Lehecka
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal’s Madrid Open dreams ended by Jiri Lehecka

The Independent  

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Rafa Nadal announces preparation plan for French Open after saying ‘goodbye’ to Madrid
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Rafa Nadal announces preparation plan for French Open after saying ‘goodbye’ to Madrid

The Independent  

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Rafael Nadal loses in likely last Madrid Open outing, plans to play in Rome
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal loses in likely last Madrid Open outing, plans to play in Rome

Hindustan Times  

Rafael Nadal left Madrid feeling better about his fitness than he did when he arrived, and is now planning to play in Rome while continuing his preparations for the French Open. Spain's Rafael Nadal gestures after losing against Czech Republic's Jiri Lehecka during the 2024 ATP Tour Madrid Open tournament round of 16 tennis match at Caja Magica in Madrid …

Swiatek rallies against Haddad Maia to reach Madrid Open semis
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Swiatek rallies against Haddad Maia to reach Madrid Open semis

The Hindu  

Iga Swiatek came from a set down to defeat Beatriz Haddad Maia 4-6, 6-0, 6-2 and reach the Madrid Open semifinals for a second straight year on April 30. So, good for me, at least I was not the only one.” Medvedev will next play record five-time champion Rafael Nadal or 30th-seeded Jiri Lehecka World No. 8 Andrey Rublev comfortably …

Nadal gets emotional after a loss in his last Madrid Open appearance. Alcaraz reaches quarterfinals
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Nadal gets emotional after a loss in his last Madrid Open appearance. Alcaraz reaches quarterfinals

Associated Press  

MADRID — Rafael Nadal had to pause for a few moments, visibly emotional, while addressing the crowd after his loss in the fourth round at the Madrid Open. The memories here will stay with me forever.” After the match, tournament organizers unfurled five banners for each of Nadal’s titles in Madrid — 2005, ‘10, ’13, ‘14 and ’17. “All I …

Nadal tested in a 3-hour win over Cachin at Madrid
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Nadal tested in a 3-hour win over Cachin at Madrid

China Daily  

Spain's Rafael Nadal celebrates after winning his round of 32 match against Argentina's Pedro Cachin at the Madrid Open in Park Manzanares, Madrid, Spain April 29, 2024. Nadal's body withstood its toughest test yet at this Madrid Open in a 6-1, 6-7, 6-3 win over 91st-ranked Pedro Cachin on Monday. "I took more risks in the third set, but it's …

Madrid Open 2024: Nadal battles past Cachin, progresses to round of 16
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Madrid Open 2024: Nadal battles past Cachin, progresses to round of 16

The Hindu  

Rafael Nadal’s body withstood its toughest test yet at the Madrid Open as he needed three sets and more than three hours to get past 91st-ranked Pedro Cachin on Monday. Nadal didn’t show any signs of physical limitations as he won 6-1, 6-7, 6-3 to make it to the round of 16 at the clay-court tournament where he is the …

Rafa takes a second to celebrate at Madrid Open
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Rafa takes a second to celebrate at Madrid Open

China Daily  

Rafael Nadal celebrates beating Alex de Minaur following his Madrid Open second-round match on Saturday. He had just beaten 11th-ranked Alex de Minaur 7-6, 6-3 at the Madrid Open on Saturday, avenging a straight-set loss to the Australian less than two weeks ago. Nadal pressed his advantage, broke De Minaur's first service game of the second set and closed out …

Rafa takes a second to celebrate at Madrid Open
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Rafa takes a second to celebrate at Madrid Open

China Daily  

Rafael Nadal celebrates beating Alex de Minaur following his Madrid Open second-round match on Saturday. He had just beaten 11th-ranked Alex de Minaur 7-6, 6-3 at the Madrid Open on Saturday, avenging a straight-set loss to the Australian less than two weeks ago. Nadal pressed his advantage, broke De Minaur's first service game of the second set and closed out …

Nadal beats De Minaur, reaches third round of career’s last Madrid Open
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Nadal beats De Minaur, reaches third round of career’s last Madrid Open

The Hindu  

Rafael Nadal has not played his last match before his home fans. The 22-time Grand Slam champion beat Alex de Minaur 7-6, 6-3 in the second round of the Madrid Open on Saturday, avenging a loss to the Australian less than two weeks ago. Nadal was cheered on by Spanish King Felipe VI, Zinedine Zidane and a raucous crowd that …

Defending champion Sabalenka struggles through in Madrid Open
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Defending champion Sabalenka struggles through in Madrid Open

The Hindu  

Defending Madrid Open champion Aryna Sabalenka battled past Magda Linette 6-4, 3-6, 6-3 on Friday to reach the third round. The 32-year-old Pole carved out three break points in the sixth game, but although she could not take them, eventually steered the match to a deciding third set. Two-time Grand Slam champion Sabalenka saved two break points in the first …

Rafael Nadal eases to victory over Darwin Blanch at Madrid Open
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal eases to victory over Darwin Blanch at Madrid Open

The Independent  

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Madrid Open 2024: Nadal beats teenager Blanch in straight sets, faces De Minaur in second round
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Madrid Open 2024: Nadal beats teenager Blanch in straight sets, faces De Minaur in second round

The Hindu  

Rafael Nadal thrashed 16-year-old wild card Darwin Blanch 6-1, 6-0 in the first round of the Madrid Open on Thursday and will face Australian 10th seed Alex de Minaur next. Nadal, who last claimed the title on Madrid’s clay in 2017, broke again to take the lead in the second set and kept up the pace, giving a tennis masterclass …

Nadal says he is not 100% fit ahead of Madrid debut. Spaniard still unsure about playing French Open
8 months ago

Nadal says he is not 100% fit ahead of Madrid debut. Spaniard still unsure about playing French Open

Associated Press  

MADRID — Rafael Nadal will play in the Madrid Open despite not being fully fit and didn’t seem too optimistic about his chances of being ready for the French Open next month. “It’s a work in progress for me, but I’m watching a lot more matches on clay, I’m trying to do my homework as best as I can.” Qualifier …

Nadal comeback ends in Barcelona Open second round
8 months, 1 week ago

Nadal comeback ends in Barcelona Open second round

China Daily  

Spain's Rafael Nadal reacts after losing his round of 32 match against Australia's Alex de Minaur at the Barcelona Open of ATP 500 at Real Club de Tenis, Barcelona, Spain April 17, 2024. BARCELONA - Rafael Nadal suffered his first defeat on his return to tennis after injury as he fell 7-5, 6-1 against Alex de Minaur on Wednesday in …

Nadal comeback ends in Barcelona Open second round
8 months, 1 week ago

Nadal comeback ends in Barcelona Open second round

China Daily  

Spain's Rafael Nadal reacts after losing his round of 32 match against Australia's Alex de Minaur at the Barcelona Open of ATP 500 at Real Club de Tenis, Barcelona, Spain April 17, 2024. BARCELONA - Rafael Nadal suffered his first defeat on his return to tennis after injury as he fell 7-5, 6-1 against Alex de Minaur on Wednesday in …

Rafael Nadal Crashes Out Of Barcelona Open With Defeat Against Alex De Minaur
8 months, 1 week ago

Rafael Nadal Crashes Out Of Barcelona Open With Defeat Against Alex De Minaur

News 18  

Rafael Nadal suffered his first defeat on his return to tennis after injury as he fell 7-5, 6-1 against Alex de Minaur on Wednesday in the Barcelona Open second round. “I’ll try to take a step further in Madrid, then in Rome, and if, in any tournament it’s worth going out there to give everything and die, it’s in Paris.” …

Rafael Nadal loses to De Minaur in second round at Barcelona
8 months, 1 week ago

Rafael Nadal loses to De Minaur in second round at Barcelona

Hindustan Times  

Rafael Nadal's first tournament since January lasted only two matches with the Spaniard losing 7-5, 6-1 to Alex de Minaur at the clay-court Barcelona Open on Wednesday. Spain's Rafael Nadal reacts after losing his round of 32 match against Australia's Alex de Minaur Nadal, back from an injury layoff, looked like his old self for brief moments in the second-round …

Rafael Nadal wins on injury comeback at Barcelona Open
8 months, 1 week ago

Rafael Nadal wins on injury comeback at Barcelona Open

Hindustan Times  

Rafael Nadal made light work of Flavio Cobolli on a triumphant return from injury at the Barcelona Open on Tuesday. Spain's Rafael Nadal returns the ball to Italy's Flavio Cobolli during the ATP Barcelona Open "Conde de Godo" tennis tournament singles match at the Real Club de Tenis in Barcelona, The 22-time Grand Slam champion had not played an ATP …

Rafael Nadal to make long-awaited return next week in Barcelona
8 months, 1 week ago

Rafael Nadal to make long-awaited return next week in Barcelona

Firstpost  

Rafael Nadal has played just once, in an exhibition match, since he felt a hip injury flare-up at the Brisbane International in January Clay specialist Rafael Nadal has been granted a wildcard entry into the ATP Barcelona Open. Reuters Rafael Nadal said it will be “a joy” to return to competitive action next week for the first time since January …

Miami Open: Carlos Alcaraz and Iga Swiatek Dominate But Woes for Americans
9 months ago

Miami Open: Carlos Alcaraz and Iga Swiatek Dominate But Woes for Americans

News 18  

Top seeds Carlos Alcaraz and Iga Swiatek cruised to straight set victories at the Miami Open on Saturday while the home nation suffered a series of early exits. In the WTA event, Swiatek was even more dominant, beating Italy’s Camila Giorgi 6-2 6-1 as the rain impacted tournament packed in the big names including postponed matches from Friday. Also, check …

Swiatek beats Rybakina to win Qatar Open
10 months, 1 week ago

Swiatek beats Rybakina to win Qatar Open

The Hindu  

World number one Iga Swiatek won the Qatar Open for the third year in a row on Saturday after beating Elena Rybakina 7-6, 6-2 in the final. Swiatek is the first player to win three straight titles at the same WTA event since Serena Williams completed a Miami Open hat-trick from 2013-15. Swiatek rallied once more to force a tie-break …

WTA Rankings: Swiatek returns to No. 1 spot with WTA Finals triumph
1 year, 1 month ago

WTA Rankings: Swiatek returns to No. 1 spot with WTA Finals triumph

The Hindu  

Here is all you need to know about the latest WTA Rankings released on November 6, 2023. 1 for the second year in a row after winning the title at the WTA Finals in Cancun, Mexico, on Monday. Four-time Major winner Swiatek had lost the top spot in the WTA Rankings to Aryna Sabalenka post her fourth-round loss at the …

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