Defending champion Iga Swiatek’s quest for a fourth French Open title hit top gear as she swatted aside former runner-up Marketa Vondrousova 6-0 6-2 in 62 minutes on Tuesday to reach the semi-finals. The 23-year-old booked a seismic last-four clash with American Coco Gauff in a repeat of the 2022 final won by the Pole, who will look to improve her 10-1 overall record against the third seed.
A Dominant Performance
Swiatek wasted little time to start firing in the clash of reigning Grand Slam champions on Court Philippe Chatrier. She built a 5-0 lead over Wimbledon winner Vondrousova and wrapped up the opening set when the fifth seed hit a shot long. It was the top seed’s third bagel in a row following her demolition of Russian Anastasia Potapova, and she achieved it by dictating points from all parts of the court to completely overwhelm the 2019 finalist Vondrousova.
The Czech cut a frustrated figure but finally got on board in the second set following a rare Swiatek mistake. She earned a break point in the next game but could not stop her ruthless rival from extending her winning run on clay to 17 matches. Madrid and Rome champion Swiatek broke for a 3-1 lead and never looked back, sealing victory when Vondrousova hit a shot into the net.
Looking Ahead
As Swiatek prepares for her semi-final clash with Coco Gauff, the tennis world watches with bated breath. The defending champion has shown an unparalleled level of skill and determination throughout this French Open, making her a formidable opponent for anyone standing in her way. With her eyes set on another title, Swiatek’s journey continues to captivate fans and experts alike.
