World No. 1 Iga Swiatek continued her clay season preparations with a hard-fought victory over Xiyu Wang at the Madrid Open. Swiatek dominated the first set but faced a challenge in the second set as Wang threatened to force a decider. Despite the setback, Swiatek regained control of the match and secured a 6-1 6-4 win to advance to the next round. The Polish player is aiming for her third consecutive French Open title and will face Sorana Cirstea in the next round.
In the match against Wang, Swiatek got off to a strong start by breaking her opponent’s serve early on. She quickly built a commanding lead in the first set, showcasing her dominance on the clay court. Despite a brief lapse in the second set, Swiatek was able to hold off Wang’s comeback attempts and ultimately secure the victory. The world No. 1 displayed her strength and consistency, hitting a total of 20 winners during the match.
While Swiatek’s performance was impressive, she did commit 22 unforced errors during the match, which accounted for over half of Wang’s points won. Despite this, Swiatek’s overall game was strong enough to see her through to the next round. The Polish player has already achieved success earlier in the year, winning titles at Indian Wells and Doha. However, she will be looking to improve upon her disappointing performance at the Australian Open, where she was eliminated in the third round.
With her sights set on a successful clay season, Swiatek will be looking to continue her strong form in Madrid. The world No. 1 has proven herself to be a formidable force on clay courts, with her aggressive playing style and powerful shots. Swiatek’s success on the clay surface has made her a top contender at the upcoming French Open, where she will be aiming to defend her title and secure another Grand Slam victory.
Swiatek’s next challenge at the Madrid Open will be against No. 30 seed Sorana Cirstea. The Polish player will be looking to maintain her momentum and advance further in the tournament. With her determination and skill, Swiatek is well-positioned to continue her winning streak and make a strong statement in the lead-up to the French Open. Tennis fans can follow Swiatek’s journey and catch all the thrilling tennis action live on discovery+, the Eurosport app, and eurosport.com.
