Iga Witek, who defeated Coco Gauff 6-4, 6-2 to reach the Roland-Garros semifinals, is still on track to win the French Open.
In a rematch of last year’s conclusive, Świątek at last had an excess of value for Gauff to deal with as her tireless power and consistency ultimately separated the American.
Witek has defeated Gauff in all seven WTA Tour matches they have played, with the teenager having yet to even win a set against the Polish world number one. 1.
Beatriz Haddad Maia, who defeated Ons Jabeur earlier on Wednesday to become the first Brazilian woman to reach a grand slam semifinal during the Open Era, will play next for Witek.
“After the match, I feel pretty happy with my game,” an unassuming Świątek, who has now arrived at the elimination rounds in four of the last six huge homeruns, told the Tennis Channel.
“I’m happy that I was able to win in two sets, and in the first set, I was more solid in crucial moments. It was difficult, particularly with the breeze today, however I’m cheerful I’m through to the elimination round.”
Witek, 22, was in commanding, unstoppable form against Gauff, particularly as she raced away in the second set, making her one of the sport’s most intimidating opponents on clay.
Gauff stayed up with her rival in the initial set as the pair traded early breaks of serve. Be that as it may, the strain before long told with Gauff serving at 4-5 to remain in the set as Świątek broke to very much want to start to lead the pack in the match.
It turned out to be the beginning of Gauff’s demise, as he was powerless to halt Witek’s inevitable victory march.
There won’t be any more Witek fans in Paris now, if there were any who were still betting against Witek.
The three-time grand slam champion is the overwhelming favorite to win her third title at Roland-Garros and has won just 15 games on her way to the semifinals, including a 5-1 walkover victory over Lesia Tsurenko.
Opta claims that Witek is the first player since Conchita Martinez in 1995 to reach the French Open semifinals with fewer than 15 losses.
World No. 2 Aryna Sabalenka, who will play Karolna Muchová in the semifinals on Thursday, undoubtedly possesses the tools necessary to defeat Witek; however, facing the Pole on clay, which is perhaps Sabalenka’s least favorite surface, presents a completely different challenge.
Witek has had a lot of downtime in Paris because many of her matches ended so quickly (she has four bagels so far this tournament).
So, when she’s not on the court, what does the defending champion do to relax and pass the time?
“All things considered, I completed the process of watching Lady Secretary and the present moment I’m watching the second time of Ted Tether, yet it’s short so I surmise I’ll be done tomorrow,” Świątek kidded.
Most would agree she could have sufficient opportunity to complete a couple of more series before the competition is finished.
The three-time grand slam champion is the overwhelming favorite to win her third title at Roland-Garros and has won just 15 games on her way to the semifinals, including a 5-1 walkover victory over Lesia Tsurenko.
Opta claims that Witek is the first player since Conchita Martinez in 1995 to reach the French Open semifinals with fewer than 15 losses.
Global No. 2 Aryna Sabalenka, who will play Karolna Muchová in the semifinals on Thursday, undoubtedly possesses the tools necessary to defeat Witek; however, facing the Pole on clay, which is perhaps Sabalenka’s least favorite surface, presents a completely different challenge.
Witek has had a lot of downtime in Paris because many of her matches ended so quickly (she has four bagels so far this tournament).
So, when she’s not on the court, what does the defending champion do to relax and pass the time?
Witek jokingly stated, “Well, I finished watching Madam Secretary and I’m currently watching the second season of Ted Lasso, but it’s pretty short so I guess I’ll be done tomorrow.”
She might be able to finish a few more series before the tournament ends, it’s fair to say.
