Iga Swiatek will not play for Poland in next month's Billie Jean King Cup finals in Glasgow, the world number one said on Monday as she took issue with the sport's governing bodies and their handling of the tournament calendar.

Swiatek had helped Poland progress to the finals in April but the tournament will be held from Nov. 8-13, just one day after the season-ending WTA Finals which will be held in Fort Worth, Texas this year.

"I was thinking it through a lot and discussing it with my team all over again, but I will not be able to play at the Billie Jean King Cup in Glasgow. And it makes me sad," the Pole said on Instagram.

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"I'm very sorry, because I play for Poland whenever it's possible and I always give it my best. Playing in Poland this year was an honour and I hoped to do this again at the end of the season.

"I'm disappointed that tennis governing bodies didn't come to an agreement on something as basic as the calendar of tournaments, giving us only one day to travel through the globe and changing the time zone."

While the WTA Finals are organised by the women's tennis body, the Billie Jean King Cup -- previously known as the Federation Cup -- is run by the International Tennis Federation (ITF).

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"This situation is not safe for our health and could cause injury. I'm going to talk to the WTA and ITF in order to change something," Swiatek added.

"This situation is difficult not only for the players like me, but mainly for the tennis fans that support our sport."

The Billie Jean King Cup will have 12 teams competing in four round-robin groups of three teams each, with the group winners moving to the semi-finals. Poland are in Group D with the Czech Republic and the United States.

Iga Swiatek will not play for Poland in next month's Billie Jean King Cup finals in Glasgow, the world number one said on Monday as she took issue with the sport's governing bodies and their handling of the tournament calendar.

Iga Swiatek will not play for Poland in next month's Billie Jean King Cup finals in Glasgow, the world number one said on Monday as she took issue with the sport's governing bodies and their handling of the tournament calendar. Swiatek had helped Poland progress to the finals in April but the tournament will be held from Nov. 8-13, just one day after the season-ending WTA Finals which will be held in Fort Worth, Texas this year. "I was thinking it through a lot and discussing it with my team all over again, but I will not be able to play at the Billie Jean King Cup in Glasgow. And it makes me sad," the Pole said on Instagram. Also Read: Novak Djokovic cruises past Marin Cilic to capture Tel Aviv title "I'm very sorry, because I play for Poland whenever it's possible and I always give it my best. Playing in Poland this year was an honour and I hoped to do this again at the end of the season. "I'm disappointed that tennis governing bodies didn't come to an agreement on something as basic as the calendar of tournaments, giving us only one day to travel through the globe and changing the time zone." While the WTA Finals are organised by the women's tennis body, the Billie Jean King Cup -- previously known as the Federation Cup -- is run by the International Tennis Federation (ITF). Also Read: In pics | Ugly scenes as 125 killed after football match turns deadly in Indonesia "This situation is not safe for our health and could cause injury. I'm going to talk to the WTA and ITF in order to change something," Swiatek added. "This situation is difficult not only for the players like me, but mainly for the tennis fans that support our sport." The Billie Jean King Cup will have 12 teams competing in four round-robin groups of three teams each, with the group winners moving to the semi-finals. Poland are in Group D with the Czech Republic and the United States.

World no. 1 Iga Swiatek to skip Billie Jean King Cup finals, complains about scheduling

Carlos Alcaraz's U.S. Open championship moved him to No. 1 at age 19, making him the youngest man to lead the ATP computerized rankings since they began in 1973.

"It's a dream. At the moment, I can't believe I reached No. 1. It's going to take time to understand it," Alcaraz said in an interview with The Associated Press.

"I have to move on and find new goals. I have to keep at this level, at No. 1, for many years. That's my goal&nbsp;and, of course, to get more Grand Slams."

The Spaniard's victory by a 6-4, 2-6, 7-6 (1), 6-3 score over Casper Ruud in Sunday's final allowed Alcaraz to win his first major title and to replace 2021 U.S. Open champion Daniil Medvedev atop the rankings.

Alcaraz's three-spot jump from No. 4 ties the mark for biggest move up to No. 1. Ruud, a 23-year-old from Norway, went from No. 7 to No. 2 after reaching his second major final of the season. He was the runner-up to Rafael Nadal at the French Open in June.

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Sunday's matchup was the first Grand Slam final featuring two men both trying to win a first Slam trophy and with No. 1 on the line, too.

"He's riding that wave. At the moment, he's the best player in the world, in my eyes. He deserves that spot,"&nbsp;Ruud said.

"I'm happy that we played each other in the final and that we played for the title and the world No. 1 spot."

Nadal also entered the U.S. Open with a chance to move back up to No. 1, but he stayed at No. 3 after losing in the fourth round to Frances Tiafoe, who wound up being the first American man in the semifinals at Flushing Meadows in 16 years and going from No. 26 to a career-high No. 19.

Medvedev dropped to No. 4, and Tokyo Olympic gold medalist Alexander Zverev went from No. 2 to No. 5 after sitting out the U.S. Open because of torn ligaments in his right ankle.

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Novak Djokovic missed his second Grand Slam tournament this season because he is not vaccinated against COVID-19 and slid one place down to No. 7.

Iga Swiatek's third major title, and first in New York, kept her at No. 1 in the WTA rankings and left the 21-year-old from Poland with more than twice as many points as the new No. 2, Ons Jabeur, who was the runner-up Saturday.

Swiatek also won the French Open and is the first woman in six years to claim two Slams in one season. Anett Kontaveit slipped one spot to No. 3 after losing in the second round of the U.S. Open to Serena Williams.

Carlos Alcaraz's U.S. Open championship moved him to No. 1 at age 19, making him the youngest man to lead the ATP computerized rankings since they began in 1973.

Carlos Alcaraz's U.S. Open championship moved him to No. 1 at age 19, making him the youngest man to lead the ATP computerized rankings since they began in 1973. "It's a dream. At the moment, I can't believe I reached No. 1. It's going to take time to understand it," Alcaraz said in an interview with The Associated Press. "I have to move on and find new goals. I have to keep at this level, at No. 1, for many years. That's my goal and, of course, to get more Grand Slams." The Spaniard's victory by a 6-4, 2-6, 7-6 (1), 6-3 score over Casper Ruud in Sunday's final allowed Alcaraz to win his first major title and to replace 2021 U.S. Open champion Daniil Medvedev atop the rankings. Alcaraz's three-spot jump from No. 4 ties the mark for biggest move up to No. 1. Ruud, a 23-year-old from Norway, went from No. 7 to No. 2 after reaching his second major final of the season. He was the runner-up to Rafael Nadal at the French Open in June. Also Read: Carlos Alcaraz's US Open triumph previews the next chapter of men's tennis Sunday's matchup was the first Grand Slam final featuring two men both trying to win a first Slam trophy and with No. 1 on the line, too. "He's riding that wave. At the moment, he's the best player in the world, in my eyes. He deserves that spot," Ruud said. "I'm happy that we played each other in the final and that we played for the title and the world No. 1 spot." Nadal also entered the U.S. Open with a chance to move back up to No. 1, but he stayed at No. 3 after losing in the fourth round to Frances Tiafoe, who wound up being the first American man in the semifinals at Flushing Meadows in 16 years and going from No. 26 to a career-high No. 19. Medvedev dropped to No. 4, and Tokyo Olympic gold medalist Alexander Zverev went from No. 2 to No. 5 after sitting out the U.S. Open because of torn ligaments in his right ankle. Also Read: Rafael Nadal shares heartfelt tweet for US Open champion Carlos Alcaraz, lauds academy product Casper Ruud Novak Djokovic missed his second Grand Slam tournament this season because he is not vaccinated against COVID-19 and slid one place down to No. 7. Iga Swiatek's third major title, and first in New York, kept her at No. 1 in the WTA rankings and left the 21-year-old from Poland with more than twice as many points as the new No. 2, Ons Jabeur, who was the runner-up Saturday. Swiatek also won the French Open and is the first woman in six years to claim two Slams in one season. Anett Kontaveit slipped one spot to No. 3 after losing in the second round of the U.S. Open to Serena Williams.

Carlos Alcaraz becomes youngest world no.1 in men's tennis after US Open win, Casper Ruud at 2nd spot

World No.1 Iga Swiatek had to pull off multiple comebacks on Thursday before storming into the US Open final for the first time in her career.

Swiatek fought back from a one-set down, as well as from a break down in the third set twice, before defeating No.6 seed Aryna Sabalenka 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 in a match that lasted 2-hour, 11-minutes on Arthur Ashe Stadium.

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Swiatek, who had never advanced past the quarterfinals of the US Open before this year, is currently playing in her second Grand Slam final of the year and the first off the red clay of the French Open.

In her career, Swiatek is 2-0 in Grand Slam finals. In 2020 and earlier this year, she won in Paris. Swiatek will now meet No.5 seed Ons Jabeur who breezed past No.17 seed Caroline Garcia 6-1, 6-3 in the night`s first semifinal in Saturday`s women`s singles final.

As the final inches closer, it is interesting to note that both Swiatek and Jabeur are two of the only women to reach two major finals this season.

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Notably, the duo did go toe-to-toe against&nbsp;each other earlier this year, which Swiatek won by a margin of 6-2, 6-2, on clay in Rome in May, marking their latest outing on the court together.

Jabeur's vigour and power have been the factors that have set her apart from her opponents in the tournament. It will be interesting to see whether she can put it to good use against Swiatek.

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World No.1 Iga Swiatek had to pull off multiple comebacks on Thursday before storming into the US Open final for the first time in her career. Swiatek fought back from a one-set down, as well as from a break down in the third set twice, before defeating No.

World No.1 Iga Swiatek had to pull off multiple comebacks on Thursday before storming into the US Open final for the first time in her career. Swiatek fought back from a one-set down, as well as from a break down in the third set twice, before defeating No.6 seed Aryna Sabalenka 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 in a match that lasted 2-hour, 11-minutes on Arthur Ashe Stadium. ALSO READ: I can see No. 1 in the world, but it's so far away: Carlos Alcaraz raring to give his all in US Open final Swiatek, who had never advanced past the quarterfinals of the US Open before this year, is currently playing in her second Grand Slam final of the year and the first off the red clay of the French Open. In her career, Swiatek is 2-0 in Grand Slam finals. In 2020 and earlier this year, she won in Paris. Swiatek will now meet No.5 seed Ons Jabeur who breezed past No.17 seed Caroline Garcia 6-1, 6-3 in the night`s first semifinal in Saturday`s women`s singles final. As the final inches closer, it is interesting to note that both Swiatek and Jabeur are two of the only women to reach two major finals this season. As far as their head-to-head tally is concerned, Swiatek and Jabeur have locked horns with each other on four previous occasions. However, the duo remain squared as the score stands as 2-2. ALSO READ: 'I will win this thing one day': Emotional Frances Tiafoe vows after US Open semi-final loss to Carlos Alcaraz Notably, the duo did go toe-to-toe against each other earlier this year, which Swiatek won by a margin of 6-2, 6-2, on clay in Rome in May, marking their latest outing on the court together. Jabeur's vigour and power have been the factors that have set her apart from her opponents in the tournament. It will be interesting to see whether she can put it to good use against Swiatek.

US Open Women's Final: Iga Swiatek on a collision course with Ons Jabeur following dominant run

World no.1 Iga Swiatek continued her dominant run at the US Open 2022 on Sunday as she defeated Ons Jabeur in the final to clinch her maiden title at the Flushing Meadows. Swiatek was on top of her game right from the start of the final as she got the better of Jabeur 6-2, 7-6 (7-5).

The 21-year-old got off to a flying start in the opening set and took a 3-0 lead before clinching it 6-2 in what was a one-sided affair. Jabeur brought her experience into play in the next set as she fought back to break Swiatek's serve as many as nine times. She then saved a championship point to take the second set into a tie-breaker.

However, Swiatek was relentless as she didn't let Jabeur force the final into a decider. The Polish star won the tie-break 7-5 to lay her hands on her first US Open title and third career Grand Slam crown.

Jabeur admitted Swiatek made life tough for her in the final before jokingly telling her she doesn't like her very much. The Tunisian lauded Swiatek for her performance and said she deserved to win the title on Sunday.

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“I want to thank the crowd for cheering me up. I really tried, but Iga didn’t make it easy for me. She deserved to win today. I don’t like you very much right now (laughs) but it’s okay,” Jabeur said after the final.

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Jabeur was gunning for her maiden singles Grand Slam title against Swiatek at the Flushing Meadows. This was her second straight Grand Slam final appearance after the Tunisian lost against Kazakhstan’s Elena Rybakina at Wimbledon 2022. Despite having lost back-to-back finals, Jabeur hasn't given up on pushing harder for her maiden Grand Slam title.

“It means a lot. I tried to push myself to do more. Getting the major is one of my goals and, hopefully, I can inspire more and more generations,” said the Tunisian.

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World no.1 Swiatek became the first Polish woman to win the US Open. She is also the first woman to win two Grand Slam titles in the same year since Germany's Angelique Kerber in 2016. Swiatek had earlier won the French Open 2022 after defeating Coco Gauff in the final.

World no.1 Iga Swiatek continued her dominant run at the US Open 2022 on Sunday as she defeated Ons Jabeur in the final to clinch her maiden title at the Flushing Meadows.

World no.1 Iga Swiatek continued her dominant run at the US Open 2022 on Sunday as she defeated Ons Jabeur in the final to clinch her maiden title at the Flushing Meadows. Swiatek was on top of her game right from the start of the final as she got the better of Jabeur 6-2, 7-6 (7-5). The 21-year-old got off to a flying start in the opening set and took a 3-0 lead before clinching it 6-2 in what was a one-sided affair. Jabeur brought her experience into play in the next set as she fought back to break Swiatek's serve as many as nine times. She then saved a championship point to take the second set into a tie-breaker. However, Swiatek was relentless as she didn't let Jabeur force the final into a decider. The Polish star won the tie-break 7-5 to lay her hands on her first US Open title and third career Grand Slam crown. Jabeur admitted Swiatek made life tough for her in the final before jokingly telling her she doesn't like her very much. The Tunisian lauded Swiatek for her performance and said she deserved to win the title on Sunday. Also Read: Iga Swiatek beats Ons Jabeur in straight sets to win maiden US Open title “I want to thank the crowd for cheering me up. I really tried, but Iga didn’t make it easy for me. She deserved to win today. I don’t like you very much right now (laughs) but it’s okay,” Jabeur said after the final. How it sounded when @iga_swiatek became a #USOpen champion. pic.twitter.com/iITAiBr7U4 — US Open Tennis (@usopen) September 10, 2022 × Jabeur was gunning for her maiden singles Grand Slam title against Swiatek at the Flushing Meadows. This was her second straight Grand Slam final appearance after the Tunisian lost against Kazakhstan’s Elena Rybakina at Wimbledon 2022. Despite having lost back-to-back finals, Jabeur hasn't given up on pushing harder for her maiden Grand Slam title. “It means a lot. I tried to push myself to do more. Getting the major is one of my goals and, hopefully, I can inspire more and more generations,” said the Tunisian. Also Read: 'I will win this thing one day': Emotional Frances Tiafoe vows after US Open semi-final loss to Carlos Alcaraz World no.1 Swiatek became the first Polish woman to win the US Open. She is also the first woman to win two Grand Slam titles in the same year since Germany's Angelique Kerber in 2016. Swiatek had earlier won the French Open 2022 after defeating Coco Gauff in the final.

'I don't like you very much': Ons Jabeur lauds 'deserving' Iga Swiatek after her maiden US Open triumph

Iga Swiatek's love for her favourite dessert tiramisu is a secret to none. The world no.1 had celebrated her Italian Open triumph earlier this year with a 'lot of tiramisu' while also sharing pictures of her feast on social media. The Polish star was expecting a piece of her favourite treat&nbsp;inside her trophy when she won the French Open 2022 in June but opened the trophy cap only to find nothing inside.

However, she was in for a sweet surprise on Sunday after defeating Ons Jabeur in the final to claim her maiden US Open title and third Grand Slam overall. Swiatek beat Jabeur&nbsp;6-2, 7-6 (7-5) in the final in a clinical display at the Flushing Meadows.

The organisers hid her favourite tiramisu inside the trophy to leave the Polish star pleasantly surprised during her post-match press conference. After taking the final question at the presser, Swiatek was told by the moderator there was a surprise for her inside the trophy.

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“I'm told if you open up the top of the trophy, there may be something,” the moderator told Swiatek. The US Open champion lifted the trophy to find her favourite treat inside and thanked the organisers for the surprise.&nbsp;

“Thank you,” exclaimed a surprised Swiatek. “I really appreciate it. Especially since I didn't have anything to eat," she said.

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The US Open title is Swiatek's first on the hard court making her the first Polish woman to win the elusive trophy. She has had a fabulous year so far, barring the disappointment at Wimbledon where she suffered a shock defeat against Alize Cornet which marked the end of her 37-match unbeaten streak.

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She has won the French Open twice and the US Open once having bagged three Grand Slam titles in her career so far. Swiatek was not confident about winning a title on the hard court but believes sky is the limit after her now after her&nbsp;US Open victory.

"I wasn't sure if I was on the level yet to win actually a Grand Slam, especially on US Open where the surface is so fast. It's something that I wasn't expecting for sure. It's also like a confirmation for me that sky is the limit. I'm proud, also surprised little bit, just happy that I was able to do that," said the 21-year-old after her win.

Iga Swiatek's love for her favourite dessert tiramisu is a secret to none. The world no.1 had celebrated her Italian Open triumph earlier this year with a 'lot of tiramisu' while also sharing pictures of her feast on social media.

Iga Swiatek's love for her favourite dessert tiramisu is a secret to none. The world no.1 had celebrated her Italian Open triumph earlier this year with a 'lot of tiramisu' while also sharing pictures of her feast on social media. The Polish star was expecting a piece of her favourite treat inside her trophy when she won the French Open 2022 in June but opened the trophy cap only to find nothing inside. However, she was in for a sweet surprise on Sunday after defeating Ons Jabeur in the final to claim her maiden US Open title and third Grand Slam overall. Swiatek beat Jabeur 6-2, 7-6 (7-5) in the final in a clinical display at the Flushing Meadows. The organisers hid her favourite tiramisu inside the trophy to leave the Polish star pleasantly surprised during her post-match press conference. After taking the final question at the presser, Swiatek was told by the moderator there was a surprise for her inside the trophy. Also Read: 'I don't like you very much': Ons Jabeur lauds 'deserving' Iga Swiatek after her maiden US Open triumph “I'm told if you open up the top of the trophy, there may be something,” the moderator told Swiatek. The US Open champion lifted the trophy to find her favourite treat inside and thanked the organisers for the surprise. “Thank you,” exclaimed a surprised Swiatek. “I really appreciate it. Especially since I didn't have anything to eat," she said. !!!!! pic.twitter.com/87PMt0TfDe — Out of Context Iga Swiatek (@SwiatekOOC) September 11, 2022 × The US Open title is Swiatek's first on the hard court making her the first Polish woman to win the elusive trophy. She has had a fabulous year so far, barring the disappointment at Wimbledon where she suffered a shock defeat against Alize Cornet which marked the end of her 37-match unbeaten streak. Also Read: Iga Swiatek beats Ons Jabeur in straight sets to win maiden US Open title She has won the French Open twice and the US Open once having bagged three Grand Slam titles in her career so far. Swiatek was not confident about winning a title on the hard court but believes sky is the limit after her now after her US Open victory. "I wasn't sure if I was on the level yet to win actually a Grand Slam, especially on US Open where the surface is so fast. It's something that I wasn't expecting for sure. It's also like a confirmation for me that sky is the limit. I'm proud, also surprised little bit, just happy that I was able to do that," said the 21-year-old after her win.

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World number one Iga Swiatek swept to a 6-2 7-6(5) victory over Tunisia's Ons Jabeur in the US Open final on Saturday to clinch her maiden trophy at Flushing Meadows and third Grand Slam crown.

World number one Iga Swiatek swept to a 6-2 7-6(5) victory over Tunisia's Ons Jabeur in the US Open final on Saturday to clinch her maiden trophy at Flushing Meadows and third Grand Slam crown. Poland's Swiatek fell on her back and covered her face with her hands after prevailing in the tight second-set tiebreak, having sealed the win when fifth seed Jabeur's shot sailed long. It was twice French Open champion Swiatek's first Grand Slam title on a hard court and the 21-year-old is the first Polish woman to win the US Open. "I really needed to stay composed and focused on the goals, and at this tournament it was really challenging," Swiatek said during the on-court trophy ceremony. "It's New York, it's so loud, it's so crazy. There were so many temptations in the city...I'm so proud I could handle it mentally," In addition to the trophy, Swiatek also leaves New York with a $2.6 million winner's check. "I'm really glad that it's not in cash," she said to laughs from the sold-out crowd at Arthur Ashe Stadium. Swiatek did well during the match to tune out the crowd, who at times whistled and made other noises while she was serving, earning stern rebukes from the chair umpire. The demonstrative Jabeur was able to harness the energy of her fans at times but it was not enough to overcome the focused and determined Swiatek. "Ons, such an amazing tournament, such an amazing season," Swiatek said after improving to 3-2 lifetime against Jabeur. "I know that this is already a pretty nice rivalry and we're going to have many more. I'm pretty sure you're going to win some of them so don't worry," Despite the defeat, Wimbledon finalist Jabeur will regain her world number two ranking when the tournament concludes on Sunday. "I really tried but Iga didn't make it easy for me," Jabeur said. "She deserved to win today. I don't like her very much right now but it's okay," she added with a smile. "I'm going to keep fighting hard and we'll get that title sometime soon." Jabeur made history at Wimbledon when she became the first Arab woman to reach a Grand Slam final. She added another line in the history books in New York, becoming the first African woman to reach the US Open championship match. "Hopefully I can inspire more and more generations, that's the goal," she said. "This is just the beginning of so many things." Tiebreak errors Swiatek came out firing on Saturday, pushing Jabeur to the back of the court with her precise serve and deep groundstrokes to race to a 3-0 lead. Jabeur found the range with her forehand to win back-to-back games for 3-2 but the momentum was short-lived as Swiatek broke back and took the 30-minute first set when the Tunisian's backhand landed in the net. A confident front-runner, Swiatek kept the pressure on early in the second as frustration began to mount for Jabeur, who dropped her racket in dismay when her normally trusty drop shot landed short of the net in the second game of the set. Swiatek blasted a backhand winner down the line for a 3-0 second set lead and it seemed the match would be a brief affair. But Jabeur rallied, saving a match point at 6-5 and forcing a tiebreak. She made some costly unforced errors in the tiebreaker, however, which opened the door for Swiatek, who exchanged a warm embrace with the Tunisian after the match. One in 40 million Swiatek's title in New York is the latest triumph in a season overflowing with them. She ascended to world number one following the surprising retirement of Australian Ash Barty in March and quickly showed she was worthy of the position, winning 37 consecutive matches, including the French Open. The claycourt specialist showed she could be successful on hard courts, too, with wins at Indian Wells and Miami, but finally looked vulnerable after early exits at US Open tune-up events in Toronto and Cincinnati. She made headlines coming into New York by criticizing the balls being used at the US Open and said her expectations for herself were low. Swiatek's path to the title was not plain sailing. She needed to battle back from a set down in her fourth-round match with 108th-ranked Jule Niemeier and from 4-2 down in the third set against Aryna Sabalenka in the semi-final. But she peaked at the right time, playing her best tennis of the tournament to see off Jabeur and etch her name once again into Poland's sporting history. "Being raised in Poland, it's not so sure for us that we will to be tennis superstars," she told ESPN while white-and-red clad Polish tennis fans chanted "Iga! Iga!". "When I was younger I just logically thought that I'm just one of 40 million people in the country. What's the possibility that I will be the one to be out there? I just worked hard day by day." she signed off saying. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky is elated ever since the staunch defence of his troops forced the Russians to fall back and leave the Kharkiv region. He took to Facebook to post a message where he stated that the Russian army was best at showing its back.

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky is elated ever since the staunch defence of his troops forced the Russians to fall back and leave the Kharkiv region. He took to Facebook to post a message where he stated that the Russian army was best at showing its back. In other news, to reduce gun-related violence cases in the US, credit card purchases of firearms in the US will now be tracked. Meanwhile, Polish sensation and world no.1 Iga Swiatek won the third grand slam of her career by beating Ons Jabeur in the US Open final. Click on headlines to read more: 'Russian army is showing its back', Zelensky gloats after Russian pullback Hours after Russia's Defence Ministry announced on Saturday that the country was pulling back its troops from two areas in Ukraine's Kharkiv region, President Volodymyr Zelensky claimed it as a victory and talked down the Russians. Guns purchased in the US using credit cards will now be trackable According to a new provision adopted by an agency that sets guidelines for commercial transactions, credit card purchases of firearms in the US can now be tracked, and purchases deemed suspect can even be shared with law authorities. Elon Musk jumps in on the 'anal beads' chess championship conspiracy theory Tesla CEO Elon Musk has fueled a rather wild conspiracy theory after reports emerged suggesting that top chess player Hans Niemann, 19 might be cheating to win his matches. Iga Swiatek downs Ons Jabeur in straight sets to win maiden US Open title World number one Iga Swiatek swept to a 6-2 7-6(5) victory over Tunisia's Ons Jabeur in the US Open final on Saturday to clinch her maiden trophy at Flushing Meadows and third Grand Slam crown. WATCH: The challenges before King Charles: Will recent controversies cast their shadow? × WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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Iga Swiatek wasn't expecting a lot and was far from confident heading into the US Open this year but she remained a clear favourite and deservingly stood with the trophy at the Flushing Meadows on Sunday after beating Ons Jabeur in the final. The reigning world no.1 had&nbsp;taken over the mantle after Ash Barty's retirement earlier this year and has managed to live up to the expectations.

Swiatek is no ordinary tennis player. Despite being just 21, she possesses an incredible record which is only going to get better with time. The US Open triumph is her first outside the Rolland Garros and her third Grand Slam title overall. She has had a fantastic year and has capped it off with a brilliant win over Jabeur in the final.

As the great Serena Williams embarked on her farewell tour at the US Open, Swiatek ensured she overcame her fears on the hard court to prove why she can be the next big thing in women's tennis. The 21-year-old had never won a Grand Slam on the hard court with her first two&nbsp;wins coming on the clay at French Open.

However, on Sunday, she demonstrated incredible grit and resilience to outshine Jabeur, who herself has had a magnificent year despite being eluded from her first major title. Swiatek and Jabeur have been the two leaders in WTA Tour this year but Swiatek's performance in the final reflected how she remains miles ahead of others.

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Swiatek captured the US Open title after beating Jabeur 6-2 7-6 (7-5) in the final. The Polish world no.1 broke no sweat in clinching the one-sided first set before Jabeur fought back. However, the Polish star&nbsp;remained resilient and didn't let the Tunisian force the final into a deciding set as she scripted a brilliant win.

Iga Swiatek enters history books

The 21-year-old scripted history by becoming the first woman from Poland to win the prestigious US Open title. She is also the first world no.1 since Serena Williams in 2014 to emerge victorious at the Flushing Meadows. Swiatek's juggernaut also made her the first woman to win two Grand Slam titles in the same since Germany's Angelique Kerber&nbsp;n 2016.&nbsp;

Swiatek had defeated Coco Gauff in the French Open final earlier this year to win her first Grand Slam in 2022.&nbsp;She has been a force to reckon with throughout the season&nbsp;having forged a stunning 37-match winning streak which saw her win a total of six&nbsp;titles&nbsp;earlier this year, including the coveted French Open.

Her winning streak was snapped by&nbsp;Alize&nbsp;Cornet after a third-round defeat at Wimbledon but she has since managed to once again reassert her authority on the court with her amazing performances.

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Only 2nd woman to win first three Grand Slams in straight sets

Apart from becoming the first world no.1 since Williams to clinch the US Open title, Swiatek has also become only the second woman in the Open era to win her first three Grand Slam finals in straight sets. Swiatek had defeated Sofia Kenin 6-4,61 for her maiden Grand Slam title at French Open in 2020 and followed it up with a&nbsp;&nbsp;6-1, 6-3 win over Gauff in the final at Roland Garros this year.

Her straight sets win over Jabeur on Sunday saw her&nbsp;join American legend Lindsay Davenport as the only other player to have won their first three Grand Slam titles in straight sets.

Iga Swiatek wasn't expecting a lot and was far from confident heading into the US Open this year but she remained a clear favourite and deservingly stood with the trophy at the Flushing Meadows on Sunday after beating Ons Jabeur in the final.

Iga Swiatek wasn't expecting a lot and was far from confident heading into the US Open this year but she remained a clear favourite and deservingly stood with the trophy at the Flushing Meadows on Sunday after beating Ons Jabeur in the final. The reigning world no.1 had taken over the mantle after Ash Barty's retirement earlier this year and has managed to live up to the expectations. Swiatek is no ordinary tennis player. Despite being just 21, she possesses an incredible record which is only going to get better with time. The US Open triumph is her first outside the Rolland Garros and her third Grand Slam title overall. She has had a fantastic year and has capped it off with a brilliant win over Jabeur in the final. As the great Serena Williams embarked on her farewell tour at the US Open, Swiatek ensured she overcame her fears on the hard court to prove why she can be the next big thing in women's tennis. The 21-year-old had never won a Grand Slam on the hard court with her first two wins coming on the clay at French Open. However, on Sunday, she demonstrated incredible grit and resilience to outshine Jabeur, who herself has had a magnificent year despite being eluded from her first major title. Swiatek and Jabeur have been the two leaders in WTA Tour this year but Swiatek's performance in the final reflected how she remains miles ahead of others. Lift it up, Iga! #USOpen | @iga_swiatek pic.twitter.com/cBwcXhaxYs — US Open Tennis (@usopen) September 10, 2022 × Also Read: WATCH: Iga Swiatek surprised with her favourite tiramisu inside US Open trophy Swiatek captured the US Open title after beating Jabeur 6-2 7-6 (7-5) in the final. The Polish world no.1 broke no sweat in clinching the one-sided first set before Jabeur fought back. However, the Polish star remained resilient and didn't let the Tunisian force the final into a deciding set as she scripted a brilliant win. Iga Swiatek enters history books The 21-year-old scripted history by becoming the first woman from Poland to win the prestigious US Open title. She is also the first world no.1 since Serena Williams in 2014 to emerge victorious at the Flushing Meadows. Swiatek's juggernaut also made her the first woman to win two Grand Slam titles in the same since Germany's Angelique Kerber n 2016. Swiatek had defeated Coco Gauff in the French Open final earlier this year to win her first Grand Slam in 2022. She has been a force to reckon with throughout the season having forged a stunning 37-match winning streak which saw her win a total of six titles earlier this year, including the coveted French Open. Her winning streak was snapped by Alize Cornet after a third-round defeat at Wimbledon but she has since managed to once again reassert her authority on the court with her amazing performances. Also Read: 'I don't like you very much': Ons Jabeur lauds 'deserving' Iga Swiatek after her maiden US Open triumph Only 2nd woman to win first three Grand Slams in straight sets Apart from becoming the first world no.1 since Williams to clinch the US Open title, Swiatek has also become only the second woman in the Open era to win her first three Grand Slam finals in straight sets. Swiatek had defeated Sofia Kenin 6-4,61 for her maiden Grand Slam title at French Open in 2020 and followed it up with a 6-1, 6-3 win over Gauff in the final at Roland Garros this year. Her straight sets win over Jabeur on Sunday saw her join American legend Lindsay Davenport as the only other player to have won their first three Grand Slam titles in straight sets.

Incredible Iga Swiatek enters history books with memorable US Open triumph

An emergency bathroom break powered world number one Iga Swiatek into a US Open final showdown with trailblazing Tunisian fifth-seed&nbsp;Ons&nbsp;Jabeur&nbsp;on Thursday. Two-time French Open champion Swiatek advanced to the first US Open final of her career after coming from behind to beat Aryna Sabalenka 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 at Arthur Ashe Stadium.

The victory sent the 21-year-old from Poland into a Saturday final with&nbsp;Jabeur, who thrashed France's Caroline Garcia 6-1, 6-3 in Thursday's other semi-final. Sabalenka, the sixth seed from Belarus, looked poised to create an upset after a dominant first-set performance in which she broke Swiatek no fewer than three times. But Swiatek was rejuvenated after a quick dash to the bathroom following the opening set.

"I kind of needed to go," Swiatek said. "For sure I felt lighter. I'm sorry -- that's disgusting." Swiatek also said the break had helped her analyse the flaws in her first set performance. "I tried to use that time to think about what to change because I remember when I was younger all I would do in the bathroom between sets after I lost was cry. "But this time I could think about what to change and actually problem solve." The break did the trick as Swiatek raced through the second set to level the match and then punished a late collapse from Sabalenka to close out a gutsy victory. Sabalenka, who was up a break and leading 4-2 in the final set, was left distraught by the defeat. She later appeared at a press conference with mirrored sunglasses on and a baseball cap pulled over her face.

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<h2>-&nbsp;Jabeur&nbsp;dominates -</h2>

It was the third time Sabalenka has fallen short in the semi-finals of a Grand Slam. "My team keeps telling me that I have to be proud of myself, what I have done in the last months," she said. "But I don't feel that way. I feel like in these three semi-finals I had so much opportunities and I didn't use it." In Thursday's other semi-final,&nbsp;Jabeur&nbsp;outclassed France's Garcia to become the first African woman ever to reach the final of the US Open. It was another notable milestone for&nbsp;Jabeur, who was also the first African woman to reach the Wimbledon final in July.

The Tunisian dominated Garcia from start to finish of a one-sided semi-final that took just over an hour to complete. "It feels amazing,"&nbsp;Jabeur&nbsp;said. "After Wimbledon I had a lot of pressure on me and I'm really relieved that I can back up my results.&nbsp; "The hard court season started a little bit bad, but I'm very happy that I made it to the finals here." Jabeur's victory extended her career-long domination of Garcia.&nbsp; The 28-year-old Tunisian had beaten Garcia four times as a junior in Grand Slam events, and twice as a professional in Slams before Thursday. "I know she was playing amazing tennis and that puts a lot of pressure on you,"&nbsp;Jabeur&nbsp;said. "It wasn't easy for me but mentally I was so ready."

Garcia, seeded 17, had reached the last four on the back of a 13-match winning streak which included a victory at the Cincinnati Masters lead-in event. But&nbsp;Jabeur&nbsp;ruthlessly dismantled Garcia's dream of becoming the first French woman to win the US Open crown with a clinical victory. The Frenchwoman later admitted she had struggled to cope with the pressure of the occasion. "Obviously nerves were there," Garcia said. "Today I did know it was semi-finals, so you know what it's bringing you if you win and what you want to achieve. It's a dream since I'm a little girl. "I tried the best I could. I kept fighting, kept going for it, because I know it's my way to do things."

An emergency bathroom break powered world number one Iga Swiatek into a US Open final showdown with trailblazing Tunisian fifth-seed Ons Jabeur on Thursday. Two-time French Open champion Swiatek advanced to the first US Open final of her career after coming from behind to beat Aryna Sabalenka 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 at Arthur Ashe Stadium.

An emergency bathroom break powered world number one Iga Swiatek into a US Open final showdown with trailblazing Tunisian fifth-seed Ons Jabeur on Thursday. Two-time French Open champion Swiatek advanced to the first US Open final of her career after coming from behind to beat Aryna Sabalenka 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 at Arthur Ashe Stadium. The victory sent the 21-year-old from Poland into a Saturday final with Jabeur, who thrashed France's Caroline Garcia 6-1, 6-3 in Thursday's other semi-final. Sabalenka, the sixth seed from Belarus, looked poised to create an upset after a dominant first-set performance in which she broke Swiatek no fewer than three times. But Swiatek was rejuvenated after a quick dash to the bathroom following the opening set. "I kind of needed to go," Swiatek said. "For sure I felt lighter. I'm sorry -- that's disgusting." Swiatek also said the break had helped her analyse the flaws in her first set performance. "I tried to use that time to think about what to change because I remember when I was younger all I would do in the bathroom between sets after I lost was cry. "But this time I could think about what to change and actually problem solve." The break did the trick as Swiatek raced through the second set to level the match and then punished a late collapse from Sabalenka to close out a gutsy victory. Sabalenka, who was up a break and leading 4-2 in the final set, was left distraught by the defeat. She later appeared at a press conference with mirrored sunglasses on and a baseball cap pulled over her face. ALSO READ | 'Everybody’s got a gift' - Frances Tiafoe narrates his inspiring journey on entering US Open semi-finals - Jabeur dominates - It was the third time Sabalenka has fallen short in the semi-finals of a Grand Slam. "My team keeps telling me that I have to be proud of myself, what I have done in the last months," she said. "But I don't feel that way. I feel like in these three semi-finals I had so much opportunities and I didn't use it." In Thursday's other semi-final, Jabeur outclassed France's Garcia to become the first African woman ever to reach the final of the US Open. It was another notable milestone for Jabeur, who was also the first African woman to reach the Wimbledon final in July. The Tunisian dominated Garcia from start to finish of a one-sided semi-final that took just over an hour to complete. "It feels amazing," Jabeur said. "After Wimbledon I had a lot of pressure on me and I'm really relieved that I can back up my results. "The hard court season started a little bit bad, but I'm very happy that I made it to the finals here." Jabeur's victory extended her career-long domination of Garcia. The 28-year-old Tunisian had beaten Garcia four times as a junior in Grand Slam events, and twice as a professional in Slams before Thursday. "I know she was playing amazing tennis and that puts a lot of pressure on you," Jabeur said. "It wasn't easy for me but mentally I was so ready." Garcia, seeded 17, had reached the last four on the back of a 13-match winning streak which included a victory at the Cincinnati Masters lead-in event. But Jabeur ruthlessly dismantled Garcia's dream of becoming the first French woman to win the US Open crown with a clinical victory. The Frenchwoman later admitted she had struggled to cope with the pressure of the occasion. "Obviously nerves were there," Garcia said. "Today I did know it was semi-finals, so you know what it's bringing you if you win and what you want to achieve. It's a dream since I'm a little girl. "I tried the best I could. I kept fighting, kept going for it, because I know it's my way to do things."

World No. 1 Iga Swiatek's bathroom break sets up Ons Jabeur US Open title showdown

Iga&nbsp;Swiatek&nbsp;reached her third Grand Slam semi-final of 2022 on Wednesday and first at the US Open with an error-strewn triumph over Jessica Pegula, the last remaining American woman in the tournament.

French Open champion&nbsp;Swiatek&nbsp;claimed a 6-3, 7-6 (7/4) win, her third against Pegula this year. In Thursday's semi-final, the 21-year-old Pole will face Aryna Sabalenka who she has also got the better of on three occasions this season. World number six Sabalenka made the last-four for a second successive year with a 6-1, 7-6 (7/4) victory over former finalist Karolina Pliskova.

"That will be a very tough match. There will be some fast serves and heavy hitting, just like tonight," said&nbsp;Swiatek&nbsp;who beat Sabalenka in Doha, Stuttgart and Rome. The Pole went onto win the titles at those events, three of her six trophies collected in 2022. On Wednesday, she came through a mistake-plagued quarter-final which featured 13 breaks of serve and a combined 61 unforced errors. "It means a lot to be in the semi-finals for the first time," said&nbsp;Swiatek.

Swiatek&nbsp;overcame giving up the first break of the match in the fifth game to reel off 16 of the next 18 points to claim the opening set in 38 minutes. The pair exchanged three service breaks apiece in the first eight games in an untidy second set. It was the French Open champion who carved out the seventh break on a net cord to give herself the opportunity to serve for the match.

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<h2>- 'Low expectations' -</h2>

Eighth-ranked Pegula roused herself to stay alive before a double fault on break point in the 11th game handed&nbsp;Swiatek&nbsp;a second opportunity to seal a spot in the semi-finals. The top seed failed again as Pegula grabbed the 10th break to send the set into a tiebreak which the Pole dominated.

"I am very happy as I have worked very hard but have kept my expectations low," said the top seed. Sabalenka reached the semi-finals for a second successive year, fired up by the lingering and bitter aftertaste of her Wimbledon ban.

Russian and Belarusian players, such as world number six Sabalenka, were prevented from competing at the All England Club due to the invasion of Ukraine. The ban deprived Belarus's Sabalenka of the opportunity to improve on her semi-final run in 2021. "They took away one opportunity from me, so I worked really hard for this one," said Sabalenka.

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She admitted that she made a determined effort not to watch any of this year's grass-court Grand Slam as she trained in Miami during her enforced break from the sport.

<h2>- 'Just an athlete' -</h2>

"I'm just an athlete and I have nothing to do with politics," she said. "It was a tough time, especially when I was working out in the gym and there was Wimbledon playing on the TV. "I always turned it off because I couldn't watch it." Belarusian players were banned from Wimbledon because Belarus is a close ally of Russia and has allowed Moscow to use its territory to launch attacks into Ukraine.&nbsp;

The 24-year-old world number six Sabalenka fired seven aces and a total of 30 winners past Pliskova, the 2016 runner-up in New York, without facing a break point. Sabalenka is making the most of her great escape in the second round in New York when she saved two match points against Kaia Kanepi having been a set and 1-5 down.

On Wednesday, she raced through the first set in just 28 minutes on the back of three service breaks. The 30-year-old Pliskova managed just a single winner in the opener while serving up five double faults.

Czech world number 22 Pliskova saved two break points in the eighth game of the second set but was unable to halt Sabalenka's powerful drive to the last four. "When she's playing the way she is, there are not many rallies where you can get in that better feeling. She was serving amazing," admitted Pliskova.

Iga Swiatek reached her third Grand Slam semi-final of 2022 on Wednesday and first at the US Open with an error-strewn triumph over Jessica Pegula, the last remaining American woman in the tournament.

Iga Swiatek reached her third Grand Slam semi-final of 2022 on Wednesday and first at the US Open with an error-strewn triumph over Jessica Pegula, the last remaining American woman in the tournament. French Open champion Swiatek claimed a 6-3, 7-6 (7/4) win, her third against Pegula this year. In Thursday's semi-final, the 21-year-old Pole will face Aryna Sabalenka who she has also got the better of on three occasions this season. World number six Sabalenka made the last-four for a second successive year with a 6-1, 7-6 (7/4) victory over former finalist Karolina Pliskova. "That will be a very tough match. There will be some fast serves and heavy hitting, just like tonight," said Swiatek who beat Sabalenka in Doha, Stuttgart and Rome. The Pole went onto win the titles at those events, three of her six trophies collected in 2022. On Wednesday, she came through a mistake-plagued quarter-final which featured 13 breaks of serve and a combined 61 unforced errors. "It means a lot to be in the semi-finals for the first time," said Swiatek. Swiatek overcame giving up the first break of the match in the fifth game to reel off 16 of the next 18 points to claim the opening set in 38 minutes. The pair exchanged three service breaks apiece in the first eight games in an untidy second set. It was the French Open champion who carved out the seventh break on a net cord to give herself the opportunity to serve for the match. ALSO READ | Nick Kyrgios handed shock upset by Karen Khachanov at the cusp of US Open semi-finals - 'Low expectations' - Eighth-ranked Pegula roused herself to stay alive before a double fault on break point in the 11th game handed Swiatek a second opportunity to seal a spot in the semi-finals. The top seed failed again as Pegula grabbed the 10th break to send the set into a tiebreak which the Pole dominated. "I am very happy as I have worked very hard but have kept my expectations low," said the top seed. Sabalenka reached the semi-finals for a second successive year, fired up by the lingering and bitter aftertaste of her Wimbledon ban. Russian and Belarusian players, such as world number six Sabalenka, were prevented from competing at the All England Club due to the invasion of Ukraine. The ban deprived Belarus's Sabalenka of the opportunity to improve on her semi-final run in 2021. "They took away one opportunity from me, so I worked really hard for this one," said Sabalenka. ALSO READ | Casper Ruud hopes to lay claim to US Open title as he vies for mantle of World No. 1 She admitted that she made a determined effort not to watch any of this year's grass-court Grand Slam as she trained in Miami during her enforced break from the sport. - 'Just an athlete' - "I'm just an athlete and I have nothing to do with politics," she said. "It was a tough time, especially when I was working out in the gym and there was Wimbledon playing on the TV. "I always turned it off because I couldn't watch it." Belarusian players were banned from Wimbledon because Belarus is a close ally of Russia and has allowed Moscow to use its territory to launch attacks into Ukraine. The 24-year-old world number six Sabalenka fired seven aces and a total of 30 winners past Pliskova, the 2016 runner-up in New York, without facing a break point. Sabalenka is making the most of her great escape in the second round in New York when she saved two match points against Kaia Kanepi having been a set and 1-5 down. On Wednesday, she raced through the first set in just 28 minutes on the back of three service breaks. The 30-year-old Pliskova managed just a single winner in the opener while serving up five double faults. Czech world number 22 Pliskova saved two break points in the eighth game of the second set but was unable to halt Sabalenka's powerful drive to the last four. "When she's playing the way she is, there are not many rallies where you can get in that better feeling. She was serving amazing," admitted Pliskova.

No. 1 ranked Iga Swiatek, Aryna Sabalenka reach US Open semi-finals

Iga Swiatek was given a mighty scare by little-known Jule Niemeier on Monday before the Polish top seed finally handed the 108th-ranked German a 2-6 6-4 6-0 reality check in the fourth round of the U.S. Open.

Swiatek, who collected her second Roland Garros title amid a 37-match winning streak earlier this year, barely looked like the world's best player as she sprayed the court with errors to surrender the opening set.

She handed Niemeier a break in the third game of the second set with a clumsy mistake at the net. Sitting on her bench with her towel over her head during the changeover, she loudly smacked her thigh in anger before returning to the court with new resolve, winning the next three games.

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The pair traded breaks twice to close out the second set but Niemeier scarcely put up a fight in the third, producing 14 unforced errors as her game quickly unravelled.

Swiatek, who won in Doha, Indian Wells, Miami and Rome this year, sounded rattled after the match as her usual legion of Polish supporters rallied around her from the stands.

"I'm just proud that I didn't lose hope," she said in an on-court interview. "I had hard time like pushing her back."

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It is the first time she has reached the quarter-finals at Flushing Meadows. She next faces in-form American Jessica Pegula.

"I'm really happy to play in front of you guys and I hope my matches are going to be good to watch so you're not going to waste your time here," she said.

Iga Swiatek was given a mighty scare by little-known Jule Niemeier on Monday before the Polish top seed finally handed the 108th-ranked German a 2-6 6-4 6-0 reality check in the fourth round of the U.

Iga Swiatek was given a mighty scare by little-known Jule Niemeier on Monday before the Polish top seed finally handed the 108th-ranked German a 2-6 6-4 6-0 reality check in the fourth round of the U.S. Open. Swiatek, who collected her second Roland Garros title amid a 37-match winning streak earlier this year, barely looked like the world's best player as she sprayed the court with errors to surrender the opening set. She handed Niemeier a break in the third game of the second set with a clumsy mistake at the net. Sitting on her bench with her towel over her head during the changeover, she loudly smacked her thigh in anger before returning to the court with new resolve, winning the next three games. Also Read: Brilliant Frances Tiafoe sends Rafael Nadal crashing out of US Open The pair traded breaks twice to close out the second set but Niemeier scarcely put up a fight in the third, producing 14 unforced errors as her game quickly unravelled. Swiatek, who won in Doha, Indian Wells, Miami and Rome this year, sounded rattled after the match as her usual legion of Polish supporters rallied around her from the stands. "I'm just proud that I didn't lose hope," she said in an on-court interview. "I had hard time like pushing her back." Also Read: Davis Cup - Novak Djokovic opts out of Serbia's group stage ties for personal reasons It is the first time she has reached the quarter-finals at Flushing Meadows. She next faces in-form American Jessica Pegula. "I'm really happy to play in front of you guys and I hope my matches are going to be good to watch so you're not going to waste your time here," she said.

World no.1 Iga Swiatek survives surprise test from Jule Niemeier to reach US Open quarters

World number one Iga Swiatek dug her way out of a second set hole to notch a 6-3 6-4 win over American Lauren Davis and reach the fourth round of the U.S. Open for the second straight year.&nbsp;

The French Open champion came out sharp and fired an unreturnable serve out wide to capture the first set before falling behind 4-1 in the second as Davis raised her level.&nbsp;

Despite the deficit the feisty Pole stubbornly refused to drop her first set of the tournament, winning a tense 16-shot rally to set up break points at 4-4, which she converted when Davis whacked a backhand into the net.&nbsp;

In the end, Swiatek's superior serving and relentless defense carried the day against Davis, who plays a similar but less potent brand of tennis as Swiatek.

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The 21-year-old top seed admitted she was not at her best during the two-hour night match on Louis Armstrong Stadium despite reeling off the match's final five games.

"I couldn't find my rhythm today," Swiatek said in an on-court interview.&nbsp;

"She played totally differently than any other player. She played very smart. I'm pretty happy at the end that I could put balls in.&nbsp;

"I'm trying to enjoy every match even when it's not perfect. Just trying to go for it. Trying to find solutions in every situation."

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Swiatek went on a blistering 37-match winning streak earlier this year to claim titles in Roland Garros, Doha, Indian Wells, Miami and Rome but cooled off this summer, losing four matches during the hard-court season.&nbsp;

So far in New York she has put to rest any questions about her form and will be the heavy favourite when she takes on Germany's Jule Niemeier on Monday after the Wimbledon quarterfinalist upset China's Qinwen Zheng 6-4 7-6(5) to reach the Round of 16.&nbsp;

World number one Iga Swiatek dug her way out of a second set hole to notch a 6-3 6-4 win over American Lauren Davis and reach the fourth round of the U.S. Open for the second straight year.

World number one Iga Swiatek dug her way out of a second set hole to notch a 6-3 6-4 win over American Lauren Davis and reach the fourth round of the U.S. Open for the second straight year. The French Open champion came out sharp and fired an unreturnable serve out wide to capture the first set before falling behind 4-1 in the second as Davis raised her level. Despite the deficit the feisty Pole stubbornly refused to drop her first set of the tournament, winning a tense 16-shot rally to set up break points at 4-4, which she converted when Davis whacked a backhand into the net. In the end, Swiatek's superior serving and relentless defense carried the day against Davis, who plays a similar but less potent brand of tennis as Swiatek. Also Read: US Open 2022 - Ruthless Rafael Nadal thrashes Richard Gasquet to storm into fourth round The 21-year-old top seed admitted she was not at her best during the two-hour night match on Louis Armstrong Stadium despite reeling off the match's final five games. "I couldn't find my rhythm today," Swiatek said in an on-court interview. "She played totally differently than any other player. She played very smart. I'm pretty happy at the end that I could put balls in. "I'm trying to enjoy every match even when it's not perfect. Just trying to go for it. Trying to find solutions in every situation." Also Read: Serena Williams' unmatched legacy to stand the test of time long after her retirement Swiatek went on a blistering 37-match winning streak earlier this year to claim titles in Roland Garros, Doha, Indian Wells, Miami and Rome but cooled off this summer, losing four matches during the hard-court season. So far in New York she has put to rest any questions about her form and will be the heavy favourite when she takes on Germany's Jule Niemeier on Monday after the Wimbledon quarterfinalist upset China's Qinwen Zheng 6-4 7-6(5) to reach the Round of 16.

World no.1 Iga Swiatek tames Lauren Davis to reach US Open fourth round

World no.1 Iga Swiatek has revealed she has always struggled to talk to Serena Williams, who has been an inspiration to her since she was a child. The American legend had recently confirmed she will be retiring from tennis after the upcoming US Open 2022. Williams is currently on her final ATP tour and will be taking part in the upcoming Cincinnati Open.

Swiatek is also set to take part in Cincinnati Open and is eager to meet Williams. The world no.1 was recently asked about the American great amid her farewell tour and the Polish star went on to reveal she has had a hard time trying to catch up with Williams, purely because of her aura.

Swiatek said she just wants to say 'Hi' to Williams but always becomes nervous when she is in front of the 23-Grand Slam champion. The Polish world no.1 said she feels like a child from kindergarten in front of Williams.

“I have a hard time catching eye contact with Serena. And I just wanted to say ‘Hi’ a few times. But it’s tough because she always has so many people around her and I’m pretty shy,” Swiatek told reporters in the pre-tournament press conference on Tuesday.

“When I look at her, I suddenly kind of forget that I’m here as the World No. 1. I see Serena and it’s, ‘Wow, Serena!’ You know? And I feel like I’m a kid from kindergarten just looking at her. So it’s tough. I haven’t talked to her, but I’m just trying to say hi," she added.

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Swiatek is aware this can be her final chance to play against Williams and doesn't want to lose out on an opportunity to lock horns with one of the greatest of all time. The Polish star said she wants to experience what it would be like to face Williams from the other side of the court.

“It would be the last chance to play her. I’d love to, if only to see how it is to face her on the other side of the net,” said Swiatek.

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Williams will open her campaign against British teenage sensation Emma Raducanu in the Cincinnati Open on August 17. The 23-time Grand Slam champion will be looking to find her groove ahead of the US Open where she will be gunning for a record 24th Grand Slam singles crown.

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World no.1 Iga Swiatek has revealed she has always struggled to talk to Serena Williams, who has been an inspiration to her since she was a child. The American legend had recently confirmed she will be retiring from tennis after the upcoming US Open 2022.

World no.1 Iga Swiatek has revealed she has always struggled to talk to Serena Williams, who has been an inspiration to her since she was a child. The American legend had recently confirmed she will be retiring from tennis after the upcoming US Open 2022. Williams is currently on her final ATP tour and will be taking part in the upcoming Cincinnati Open. Swiatek is also set to take part in Cincinnati Open and is eager to meet Williams. The world no.1 was recently asked about the American great amid her farewell tour and the Polish star went on to reveal she has had a hard time trying to catch up with Williams, purely because of her aura. Swiatek said she just wants to say 'Hi' to Williams but always becomes nervous when she is in front of the 23-Grand Slam champion. The Polish world no.1 said she feels like a child from kindergarten in front of Williams. “I have a hard time catching eye contact with Serena. And I just wanted to say ‘Hi’ a few times. But it’s tough because she always has so many people around her and I’m pretty shy,” Swiatek told reporters in the pre-tournament press conference on Tuesday. “When I look at her, I suddenly kind of forget that I’m here as the World No. 1. I see Serena and it’s, ‘Wow, Serena!’ You know? And I feel like I’m a kid from kindergarten just looking at her. So it’s tough. I haven’t talked to her, but I’m just trying to say hi," she added. Also Read: One of the greatest, sad that she is leaving: Rafael Nadal pays tribute to 'inspirational' Serena Williams Swiatek is aware this can be her final chance to play against Williams and doesn't want to lose out on an opportunity to lock horns with one of the greatest of all time. The Polish star said she wants to experience what it would be like to face Williams from the other side of the court. “It would be the last chance to play her. I’d love to, if only to see how it is to face her on the other side of the net,” said Swiatek. Also Read: Will not play more than what I believe works well for my body: Nadal opens up on his abdominal injury Williams will open her campaign against British teenage sensation Emma Raducanu in the Cincinnati Open on August 17. The 23-time Grand Slam champion will be looking to find her groove ahead of the US Open where she will be gunning for a record 24th Grand Slam singles crown.

I feel like I’m a kid from kindergarten: World no.1 Iga Swiatek on feeling shy to say 'hi' to Serena Williams

World No.1 Iga Swiatek and six-time champion Serena Williams are on the packed star-studded entry list for the final Grand Slam event of the season US Open 2022 which commences on August 29.World No.1 claimed the top spot from the list of 104 players who received direct entry into the season`s last major. Swiatek will aim for her second Grand Slam crown of the year after winning the French Open title as part of an amazing 37-match winning streak.

The six-time US Open champion Serena Williams also claimed a spot on the list. Williams has won 23 Grand Slam singles titles in her career, the most by any player, female or male, since the opening of the Open Era in 1968.The current WTA Top 5 are: Swiatek, Anett Kontaveit, Maria Sakkari, Paula Badosa and 2022 Wimbledon finalist Ons Jabeur. Reigning Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina will also make her first appearance at a major as a Grand Slam winner.

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British player Emma Raducanu will return to US Open to defend her title. Last year, British teen sensation Raducanu swept through ten matches without the loss of any set to become the first player, female or male, to win a Grand Slam event as a qualifier. Other Grand Slam champions entered include Simona Halep, Garbine Muguruza, Petra Kvitova, Barbora Krejcikova, Jelena Ostapenko and three-time US Open finalist Victoria Azarenka.Coco Gauff, this year`s French Open finalist, and Danielle Collins, this season`s Australian Open finalist, are two Americans who will try to go one step further in New York this year.

2018 and 2020 champion Naomi Osaka, 2016 champion Angelique Kerber, and 2017 winner Sloane Stephens are other former US Open titlists in the mix.

World No.1 Iga Swiatek and six-time champion Serena Williams are on the packed star-studded entry list for the final Grand Slam event of the season US Open 2022 which commences on August 29.

World No.1 Iga Swiatek and six-time champion Serena Williams are on the packed star-studded entry list for the final Grand Slam event of the season US Open 2022 which commences on August 29.World No.1 claimed the top spot from the list of 104 players who received direct entry into the season`s last major. Swiatek will aim for her second Grand Slam crown of the year after winning the French Open title as part of an amazing 37-match winning streak. The six-time US Open champion Serena Williams also claimed a spot on the list. Williams has won 23 Grand Slam singles titles in her career, the most by any player, female or male, since the opening of the Open Era in 1968.The current WTA Top 5 are: Swiatek, Anett Kontaveit, Maria Sakkari, Paula Badosa and 2022 Wimbledon finalist Ons Jabeur. Reigning Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina will also make her first appearance at a major as a Grand Slam winner. ALSO READ | ATP Rankings: Spaniard Carlos Alcaraz becomes youngest player since Rafael Nadal to storm into top 5 British player Emma Raducanu will return to US Open to defend her title. Last year, British teen sensation Raducanu swept through ten matches without the loss of any set to become the first player, female or male, to win a Grand Slam event as a qualifier. Other Grand Slam champions entered include Simona Halep, Garbine Muguruza, Petra Kvitova, Barbora Krejcikova, Jelena Ostapenko and three-time US Open finalist Victoria Azarenka.Coco Gauff, this year`s French Open finalist, and Danielle Collins, this season`s Australian Open finalist, are two Americans who will try to go one step further in New York this year. 2018 and 2020 champion Naomi Osaka, 2016 champion Angelique Kerber, and 2017 winner Sloane Stephens are other former US Open titlists in the mix.

US Open: Iga Swiatek, Serena Williams headline entry list for last Grand Slam of 2022

The Iga Swiatek winning machine broke down on a lush Wimbledon lawn on Saturday as the world number one and red-hot favourite for the title was comprehensively beaten 6-4 6-2 by France`s Alize Cornet. There was a sense of disbelief on Court One as Poland`s Swiatek, who had won her last 37 matches over four months, was outplayed by the unseeded 32-year-old.

Even when she fought back from losing the first three games of the match and then also led 2-0 at the start of the second set, top seed Swiatek`s usual confidence was missing. The statistics said it all, with 33 errors off Swiatek`s racket compared to seven by her opponent.

While Swiatek, who dropped a set to lucky loser Lesley Pattinama Kerkhove in the previous round, was clearly not firing, nothing should be taken away from Cornet who played a near-perfect match.

Cornet is playing in her 62nd successive major, equalling Ai Sugiyama`s record, and will face unseeded Australian Ajla Tomljanovic in a bid to reach her second Grand Slam quarter-final this year, having never achieved that before. She completed her shock victory in one hour 32 minutes, reeling off the last six games as Swiatek disintegrated.

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"It reminds me of when I beat Serena (Williams) here eight years ago on the same court; maybe this court is a lucky charm," said a beaming Cornet, who is ranked 37th in the world.

"I live for this kind of match. It really drives me. I knew I could do it and I had belief because maybe Iga feels a little less comfortable on grass than other surfaces." Williams was also world number one when beaten by Cornet in 2014 and the Frenchwoman rose to the occasion again this time.

She won the opening three games and then held off a Swiatek fightback to pocket the opening set. Swiatek looked as though she had gained some momentum when she went 2-0 ahead in the second set but a forehand into the sidelines gave Cornet a break point.

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Cornet converted when an off-balance backhand deceived Swiatek and landed on the baseline and from that moment on it was one-way traffic.

"I feel like maybe I`m like a good wine; in France a good wine always ages well, that`s what`s happened to me" Cornet said of her return to form this year.

"It`s unreal -- I`m playing one of the best seasons of my career, I feel great on the court. I`m still so motivated and I still have the fire in me."

The Iga Swiatek winning machine broke down on a lush Wimbledon lawn on Saturday as the world number one and red-hot favourite for the title was comprehensively beaten 6-4 6-2 by France`s Alize Cornet.

The Iga Swiatek winning machine broke down on a lush Wimbledon lawn on Saturday as the world number one and red-hot favourite for the title was comprehensively beaten 6-4 6-2 by France`s Alize Cornet. There was a sense of disbelief on Court One as Poland`s Swiatek, who had won her last 37 matches over four months, was outplayed by the unseeded 32-year-old. Even when she fought back from losing the first three games of the match and then also led 2-0 at the start of the second set, top seed Swiatek`s usual confidence was missing. The statistics said it all, with 33 errors off Swiatek`s racket compared to seven by her opponent. While Swiatek, who dropped a set to lucky loser Lesley Pattinama Kerkhove in the previous round, was clearly not firing, nothing should be taken away from Cornet who played a near-perfect match. Cornet is playing in her 62nd successive major, equalling Ai Sugiyama`s record, and will face unseeded Australian Ajla Tomljanovic in a bid to reach her second Grand Slam quarter-final this year, having never achieved that before. She completed her shock victory in one hour 32 minutes, reeling off the last six games as Swiatek disintegrated. Also Read: Coco Gauff bows out of Wimbledon 2022 after defeat against Amanda Anisimova "It reminds me of when I beat Serena (Williams) here eight years ago on the same court; maybe this court is a lucky charm," said a beaming Cornet, who is ranked 37th in the world. "I live for this kind of match. It really drives me. I knew I could do it and I had belief because maybe Iga feels a little less comfortable on grass than other surfaces." Williams was also world number one when beaten by Cornet in 2014 and the Frenchwoman rose to the occasion again this time. She won the opening three games and then held off a Swiatek fightback to pocket the opening set. Swiatek looked as though she had gained some momentum when she went 2-0 ahead in the second set but a forehand into the sidelines gave Cornet a break point. Also Read: Serena conqueror Harmony Tan crushes Katie Boulter to make last 16 at Wimbledon 2022 Cornet converted when an off-balance backhand deceived Swiatek and landed on the baseline and from that moment on it was one-way traffic. "I feel like maybe I`m like a good wine; in France a good wine always ages well, that`s what`s happened to me" Cornet said of her return to form this year. "It`s unreal -- I`m playing one of the best seasons of my career, I feel great on the court. I`m still so motivated and I still have the fire in me."

Wimbledon 2022: World no.1 Iga Swiatek bows out after being stunned by Alize Cornet in 3rd round

Iga Swiatek has one of the sharpest minds in women`s tennis but admitted she confused herself with her tactics in a shock defeat by Alize Cornet in the Wimbledon third round on Saturday. The Pole was red-hot favourite for the title and was on a 37-match winning streak heading into her clash with Cornet, but hit 33 unforced errors in a dismal 6-4 6-2 defeat.

"What can I say? I know I didn`t play good tennis. I was pretty confused about my tactics," she said. "As a solid player, she used that pretty well. It wasn`t good performance for me."

Swiatek fell 3-0 behind in the opener before finding her feet and was 2-0 ahead in the second set only to lose six successive games and crash out on Court One.

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Asked to explain how she lost the last six games without putting up much resistance, she said: "Usually when I`m coming back, I have some kind of a plan and I know what to change. Here I didn`t know what to change. I was confused.

"On grass court everything happens so quickly. Basically, the thing that I changed this season is I started being more and more aggressive. It was really comfortable for me to have the initiative and be proactive.

"But here I couldn`t control the ball. So I needed to slow down a little bit. Then in the second set, I kind of made few attempts to speed up again, and it didn`t work out."

Twice French Open champion Swiatek had not looked totally comfortable in her opening two rounds and the 21-year-old was taken to three sets on Thursday by lucky loser from qualifying Lesley Pattinama Kerkhove. In the build-up to Wimbledon she did not compete on grass and admits that the surface is still a puzzle.

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"I tried many things to feel better on court, on grass courts, but it didn`t really work out," she said.

"That`s why I`m not even hard on myself because, it`s kind of logic that if I couldn`t find it even on practices, I`m not going to find it in a match."

At the end of a streak that matched Martina Hingis`s in the 1997 season, she said she would look back with pride. 
"Right now even I am satisfied with this streak, so I`m happy that I was able to do that," she said.

Iga Swiatek has one of the sharpest minds in women`s tennis but admitted she confused herself with her tactics in a shock defeat by Alize Cornet in the Wimbledon third round on Saturday.

Iga Swiatek has one of the sharpest minds in women`s tennis but admitted she confused herself with her tactics in a shock defeat by Alize Cornet in the Wimbledon third round on Saturday. The Pole was red-hot favourite for the title and was on a 37-match winning streak heading into her clash with Cornet, but hit 33 unforced errors in a dismal 6-4 6-2 defeat. "What can I say? I know I didn`t play good tennis. I was pretty confused about my tactics," she said. "As a solid player, she used that pretty well. It wasn`t good performance for me." Swiatek fell 3-0 behind in the opener before finding her feet and was 2-0 ahead in the second set only to lose six successive games and crash out on Court One. Also Read: WATCH - Angry Stefanos Tsitsipas tries to hit Nick Kyrgios with wild smash, nearly hits a fan too Asked to explain how she lost the last six games without putting up much resistance, she said: "Usually when I`m coming back, I have some kind of a plan and I know what to change. Here I didn`t know what to change. I was confused. "On grass court everything happens so quickly. Basically, the thing that I changed this season is I started being more and more aggressive. It was really comfortable for me to have the initiative and be proactive. "But here I couldn`t control the ball. So I needed to slow down a little bit. Then in the second set, I kind of made few attempts to speed up again, and it didn`t work out." Twice French Open champion Swiatek had not looked totally comfortable in her opening two rounds and the 21-year-old was taken to three sets on Thursday by lucky loser from qualifying Lesley Pattinama Kerkhove. In the build-up to Wimbledon she did not compete on grass and admits that the surface is still a puzzle. Also Read: Stefanos Tsitsipas calls Nick Kyrgios a 'bully' after feud during Wimbledon 2022 clash, Aussie responds "I tried many things to feel better on court, on grass courts, but it didn`t really work out," she said. "That`s why I`m not even hard on myself because, it`s kind of logic that if I couldn`t find it even on practices, I`m not going to find it in a match." At the end of a streak that matched Martina Hingis`s in the 1997 season, she said she would look back with pride. "Right now even I am satisfied with this streak, so I`m happy that I was able to do that," she said.

'I didn't play good tennis': Iga Swiatek reacts after shock defeat against Alize Cornet at Wimbledon 2022

Poland`s world number one Iga Swiatek has teamed up with fellow tennis players Agnieszka Radwanska, Elina Svitolina, Sergiy Stakhovsky and Martyn Pawelski for a one-day special event to raise funds for people affected by Russia`s invasion of Ukraine.

"Iga Swiatek &amp; Friends for Ukraine", scheduled for July 23 in Poland`s Krakow, will feature a mixed doubles match and a set of singles between Swiatek and compatriot Radwanska. Both matches will be umpired by Ukrainian Svitolina.

"For months I have been working with my team on a charity initiative for Ukraine to support those who suffer because of the war," French Open champion Swiatek said in a statement on social media&nbsp;on Wednesday.

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"There will also be a special guest representing Ukraine - former (Ukraine) football player Andriy Shevchenko." Ukraine was invaded by Russia in February in what Moscow calls a "special military operation". Swiatek, who is on a 36-match winning streak, has been vocal about her support for the beleaguered country, sporting a blue and yellow ribbon on her hat in recent months.

The 21-year-old beat Jana Fett 6-0 6-3 in her opening round match at Wimbledon on Tuesday and takes on Lesley Pattinama Kerkhove on Thursday.

Poland`s world number one Iga Swiatek has teamed up with fellow tennis players Agnieszka Radwanska, Elina Svitolina, Sergiy Stakhovsky and Martyn Pawelski for a one-day special event to raise funds for people affected by Russia`s invasion of Ukraine.

Poland`s world number one Iga Swiatek has teamed up with fellow tennis players Agnieszka Radwanska, Elina Svitolina, Sergiy Stakhovsky and Martyn Pawelski for a one-day special event to raise funds for people affected by Russia`s invasion of Ukraine. "Iga Swiatek & Friends for Ukraine", scheduled for July 23 in Poland`s Krakow, will feature a mixed doubles match and a set of singles between Swiatek and compatriot Radwanska. Both matches will be umpired by Ukrainian Svitolina. "For months I have been working with my team on a charity initiative for Ukraine to support those who suffer because of the war," French Open champion Swiatek said in a statement on social media on Wednesday. ALSO READ | Wimbledon 2022: Iga Swiatek, Nick Kyrgios and Coco Gauff proceed ahead 🇺🇦 Od miesięcy pracowałam z moim zespołem nad inicjatywą pomocową dla Ukrainy, aby realnie wesprzeć tych, którzy cierpią z powodu wojny. 🇺🇦 For months I have been working with my team on a charity initiative for Ukraine to support those who suffer because of the war... MORE ⤵️ pic.twitter.com/3MeOI3d1W1 — Iga Świątek (@iga_swiatek) June 29, 2022 × "There will also be a special guest representing Ukraine - former (Ukraine) football player Andriy Shevchenko." Ukraine was invaded by Russia in February in what Moscow calls a "special military operation". Swiatek, who is on a 36-match winning streak, has been vocal about her support for the beleaguered country, sporting a blue and yellow ribbon on her hat in recent months. The 21-year-old beat Jana Fett 6-0 6-3 in her opening round match at Wimbledon on Tuesday and takes on Lesley Pattinama Kerkhove on Thursday.

World No. 1 Iga Swiatek announces charity event for people affected by Ukraine war

World number one Iga Swiatek recovered from a dip in her level in the second set to see off Croatian qualifier Jana Fett 6-0 6-3 in the Wimbledon first round on Tuesday and extend her winning run to 36 matches. The 2018 junior champion, who exited the grasscourt Grand Slam in the fourth round last year, had the honour of opening the second day`s play on Centre Court in the absence of the retired Ash Barty who won the 2021 title.

Playing her first match since winning a second French Open title this month, Poland`s Swiatek powered through the opening set without losing a game -- registering a 6-0 set for the 17th time this year -- despite a stiff breeze swirling through the main show court. A litany of unforced errors, including a double fault, however, led to Swiatek dropping serve at the start of the second set, allowing the 25-year-old Fett, ranked 252nd in the world, to get on the scoreboard.

Swiatek, who played with a ribbon in Ukrainian colours pinned to her cap as she did during her Roland Garros campaign, broke back immediately -- only to hand back the advantage in her next service game. 
The Pole`s struggles with her delivery continued as she had to save five break points to hold serve for the first time in the second set to get to 2-3 and stay in touch with Fett. The hold seemed to spur on Swiatek and she won five games in a row to become the first women`s player in the 21st century to win 36 consecutive matches.

She will meet British wildcard Sonay Kartal or Dutch lucky loser Lesley Pattinama Kerkhove for a place in the third round. "It`s my first match on grass this season so I knew it`s going to be tricky," said the 21-year-old. "At the beginning of the second set I lost my focus little bit and she used that pretty well. 
"I am pretty happy that I came back and I could finish in two sets. I am just figuring out how to play here and trying to implement all the stuff we were practising. It`s pretty exciting, a new experience for me."

***

Feisty Australian Nick Kyrgios came through a five-set first-round Wimbledon thriller against British wildcard Paul Jubb on Tuesday as his fearsome serve, including 30 aces, eventually overpowered the 22-year-old 3-6 6-1 7-5 6-7(3) 7-5. It was an unexpectedly testing examination for Kyrgios as the British outsider kept his cool in the face of the Australian`s usual verbal antics, but fell just short.

"It was tough, he had nothing to lose and he played exceptional tennis at times," Kyrgios said. "He`s going to be a good player for sure, I`m just happy to get through. "Playing here is a lot of fun. I talk a lot on the court but off the court I`m not too bad."

Kyrgios looked pretty flat in losing the opening set to a player whose career highlight was winning the U.S. NCAA college title in 2019, and in his frustration he hammered a ball high and out of Court Three. 
Kyrgios is a player the word "chuntering" was invented for as he seems to need to keep up a running monologue to get himself motivated. He took great offence at a single fan uttering an almost polite boo, complaining to the umpire "You don`t accept a hat with two logos on but you accept disrespect of an athlete?".

Kyrgios then complained about a line judge "reporting him" to the umpire. "Not one person has come here today to hear her speak," he said.

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The chat appeared to energise him as he began to find his range in a strong second set but Jubb refused to lie down, being edged out in the third and going toe to toe to take the fourth on the back of a strong tiebreak. The Briton, in only his second Wimbledon appearance having lost in the first round three years ago, was ice-cool in ignoring any potential distraction from Kyrgios’s running commentary, which included another extended whinge over a non-signalled net cord in the tiebreak.

It is now eight years since Kyrgios stunned then world number one Rafa Nadal to reach the Wimbledon quarter-finals but he has never matched that since and has reached only one other Grand Slam quarter – in Australia in 2015. The 27-year-old has slipped to world number 40 but his serve remains out of the top drawer, demonstrated when he ripped through the third game of the deciding set to love in 43 seconds before breaking Jubb.

When serving for the set, however, Kyrgios stood back to admire a drop shot, only to be left stranded when Jubb brilliantly ran it down en route to his own break back. Jubb then failed to convert a break point and, serving to take the match to a decisive tiebreak, leaked a couple of shots wide to help Kyrgios secure victory.

***

Coco Gauff made sure she was not thrown off course by the noisy racket created by Nick Kyrgios in a nearby court or by the fact she managed to convert only four of 25 break points as she reached the Wimbledon second round on Tuesday. With Australian hot-head Kyrgios up to his usual antics, yelling at the umpire and involved in heated exchanges with other officials during his first-round match, the commotion from Court Three might have distracted Gauff as she lost the opening seven points to Elena-Gabriela Ruse. 
But despite the inauspicious start, and her growing frustration in failing to convert so many break points, the 11th seed hung tough for 2-1/2 hours to seal a place in round two with a 2-6 6-3 7-5 win over the little-known Romanian.

"Both of us gave our heart on court today," a beaming Gauff told the crowd after celebrating her win by thumping her chest with a clenched fist. "Court Two is a really, really nice court and I like that it`s intimate as you can hear every gasp and every cheer and I like that. "First round is always tough for me as it`s the most nerve racking... but if I lose I know it`s not the end of the world."

The 18-year-old American is the youngest player in the singles draw and after her runner-up finish at the French Open this month, many are tipping her to go all the way at the All England Club. However, when she lost the opening seven points against Ruse, including surrendering her serve to love, her father and coach Corey could be seen frowning on a sun-soaked Court Two.

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When Gauff went on to earn and lose four break points in Ruse`s opening service game, it set the tone for a frustrating afternoon for her family. The popular teenager, who captured the world`s attention when she made it to the Wimbledon fourth round as a 15-year-old school girl in 2019, finally got a foothold in the match when she broke for a 4-2 lead in the second set before levelling at one set all. The 24-year-old Ruse fought back from 3-1 down in the final set to level at 3-3 but Gauff clung on despite continuing to misfire on break points.

She needed six of them to break Ruse`s resolve in the 11th game of the decider and secured victory when her opponent whipped a forehand wide. She will next face Romanian Mihaela Buzarnescu.

World number one Iga Swiatek recovered from a dip in her level in the second set to see off Croatian qualifier Jana Fett 6-0 6-3 in the Wimbledon first round on Tuesday and extend her winning run to 36 matches.

World number one Iga Swiatek recovered from a dip in her level in the second set to see off Croatian qualifier Jana Fett 6-0 6-3 in the Wimbledon first round on Tuesday and extend her winning run to 36 matches. The 2018 junior champion, who exited the grasscourt Grand Slam in the fourth round last year, had the honour of opening the second day`s play on Centre Court in the absence of the retired Ash Barty who won the 2021 title. Playing her first match since winning a second French Open title this month, Poland`s Swiatek powered through the opening set without losing a game -- registering a 6-0 set for the 17th time this year -- despite a stiff breeze swirling through the main show court. A litany of unforced errors, including a double fault, however, led to Swiatek dropping serve at the start of the second set, allowing the 25-year-old Fett, ranked 252nd in the world, to get on the scoreboard. Swiatek, who played with a ribbon in Ukrainian colours pinned to her cap as she did during her Roland Garros campaign, broke back immediately -- only to hand back the advantage in her next service game. The Pole`s struggles with her delivery continued as she had to save five break points to hold serve for the first time in the second set to get to 2-3 and stay in touch with Fett. The hold seemed to spur on Swiatek and she won five games in a row to become the first women`s player in the 21st century to win 36 consecutive matches. She will meet British wildcard Sonay Kartal or Dutch lucky loser Lesley Pattinama Kerkhove for a place in the third round. "It`s my first match on grass this season so I knew it`s going to be tricky," said the 21-year-old. "At the beginning of the second set I lost my focus little bit and she used that pretty well. "I am pretty happy that I came back and I could finish in two sets. I am just figuring out how to play here and trying to implement all the stuff we were practising. It`s pretty exciting, a new experience for me." *** Feisty Australian Nick Kyrgios came through a five-set first-round Wimbledon thriller against British wildcard Paul Jubb on Tuesday as his fearsome serve, including 30 aces, eventually overpowered the 22-year-old 3-6 6-1 7-5 6-7(3) 7-5. It was an unexpectedly testing examination for Kyrgios as the British outsider kept his cool in the face of the Australian`s usual verbal antics, but fell just short. "It was tough, he had nothing to lose and he played exceptional tennis at times," Kyrgios said. "He`s going to be a good player for sure, I`m just happy to get through. "Playing here is a lot of fun. I talk a lot on the court but off the court I`m not too bad." Kyrgios looked pretty flat in losing the opening set to a player whose career highlight was winning the U.S. NCAA college title in 2019, and in his frustration he hammered a ball high and out of Court Three. Kyrgios is a player the word "chuntering" was invented for as he seems to need to keep up a running monologue to get himself motivated. He took great offence at a single fan uttering an almost polite boo, complaining to the umpire "You don`t accept a hat with two logos on but you accept disrespect of an athlete?". Kyrgios then complained about a line judge "reporting him" to the umpire. "Not one person has come here today to hear her speak," he said. ALSO READ | Last year's finalist Matteo Berrettini pulls out of Wimbledon 2022 after testing positive for COVID-19 The chat appeared to energise him as he began to find his range in a strong second set but Jubb refused to lie down, being edged out in the third and going toe to toe to take the fourth on the back of a strong tiebreak. The Briton, in only his second Wimbledon appearance having lost in the first round three years ago, was ice-cool in ignoring any potential distraction from Kyrgios’s running commentary, which included another extended whinge over a non-signalled net cord in the tiebreak. It is now eight years since Kyrgios stunned then world number one Rafa Nadal to reach the Wimbledon quarter-finals but he has never matched that since and has reached only one other Grand Slam quarter – in Australia in 2015. The 27-year-old has slipped to world number 40 but his serve remains out of the top drawer, demonstrated when he ripped through the third game of the deciding set to love in 43 seconds before breaking Jubb. When serving for the set, however, Kyrgios stood back to admire a drop shot, only to be left stranded when Jubb brilliantly ran it down en route to his own break back. Jubb then failed to convert a break point and, serving to take the match to a decisive tiebreak, leaked a couple of shots wide to help Kyrgios secure victory. *** Coco Gauff made sure she was not thrown off course by the noisy racket created by Nick Kyrgios in a nearby court or by the fact she managed to convert only four of 25 break points as she reached the Wimbledon second round on Tuesday. With Australian hot-head Kyrgios up to his usual antics, yelling at the umpire and involved in heated exchanges with other officials during his first-round match, the commotion from Court Three might have distracted Gauff as she lost the opening seven points to Elena-Gabriela Ruse. But despite the inauspicious start, and her growing frustration in failing to convert so many break points, the 11th seed hung tough for 2-1/2 hours to seal a place in round two with a 2-6 6-3 7-5 win over the little-known Romanian. "Both of us gave our heart on court today," a beaming Gauff told the crowd after celebrating her win by thumping her chest with a clenched fist. "Court Two is a really, really nice court and I like that it`s intimate as you can hear every gasp and every cheer and I like that. "First round is always tough for me as it`s the most nerve racking... but if I lose I know it`s not the end of the world." The 18-year-old American is the youngest player in the singles draw and after her runner-up finish at the French Open this month, many are tipping her to go all the way at the All England Club. However, when she lost the opening seven points against Ruse, including surrendering her serve to love, her father and coach Corey could be seen frowning on a sun-soaked Court Two. ALSO READ | Ukraine's Anhelina Kalinina will use Wimbledon prize money to rebuild parents' home after it was bombed When Gauff went on to earn and lose four break points in Ruse`s opening service game, it set the tone for a frustrating afternoon for her family. The popular teenager, who captured the world`s attention when she made it to the Wimbledon fourth round as a 15-year-old school girl in 2019, finally got a foothold in the match when she broke for a 4-2 lead in the second set before levelling at one set all. The 24-year-old Ruse fought back from 3-1 down in the final set to level at 3-3 but Gauff clung on despite continuing to misfire on break points. She needed six of them to break Ruse`s resolve in the 11th game of the decider and secured victory when her opponent whipped a forehand wide. She will next face Romanian Mihaela Buzarnescu.

Wimbledon 2022: Iga Swiatek, Nick Kyrgios and Coco Gauff proceed ahead

Poland's Iga Swiatek has been in rollicking form in the calendar year and beat USA's Coco Gauff without dropping much sweat to claim the women's singles title in the just-concluded 2022 French Open. The world number one was at her very best as she didn't give a single chance to teenager Gauff and claimed the summit clash in straight sets, winning 6-1, 6-3.

With the win, Swiatek also equalled&nbsp;the legendary Venus Williams’ record of 35 victories on the trot. After the match, she attended the presser where a question from a journalist left her speechless.&nbsp;

"Outside of the court, when you go to a party, do you use make-up? Do you like to go elegant and smart and so on?” a journalist asked. "Because many players we have seen in the past, they were staying hours in front of the mirror before going on court and using the make-up and you seem very natural like this," the journalist added.

Swiatek was rightly&nbsp;left amused by the absurd query. However, she maintained her composure and responded saying, "OK. Thank you."

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Talking about the men's singles finale, Rafael Nadal defeated 23-year-old Casper Ruud in straight sets as well, winning 6-3, 6-3, 6-0, to clinch his 14th French Open title and 22nd Grand Slam trophy overall.

Poland's Iga Swiatek has been in rollicking form in the calendar year and beat USA's Coco Gauff without dropping much sweat to claim the women's singles title in the just-concluded 2022 French Open.

Poland's Iga Swiatek has been in rollicking form in the calendar year and beat USA's Coco Gauff without dropping much sweat to claim the women's singles title in the just-concluded 2022 French Open. The world number one was at her very best as she didn't give a single chance to teenager Gauff and claimed the summit clash in straight sets, winning 6-1, 6-3. With the win, Swiatek also equalled the legendary Venus Williams’ record of 35 victories on the trot. After the match, she attended the presser where a question from a journalist left her speechless. "Outside of the court, when you go to a party, do you use make-up? Do you like to go elegant and smart and so on?” a journalist asked. "Because many players we have seen in the past, they were staying hours in front of the mirror before going on court and using the make-up and you seem very natural like this," the journalist added. Swiatek was rightly left amused by the absurd query. However, she maintained her composure and responded saying, "OK. Thank you." ALSO READ | 'Wimbledon is not a tournament...': Rafael Nadal opines on future after winning 14th French Open title Talking about the men's singles finale, Rafael Nadal defeated 23-year-old Casper Ruud in straight sets as well, winning 6-3, 6-3, 6-0, to clinch his 14th French Open title and 22nd Grand Slam trophy overall.

'Do you use make up?' French Open champion Iga Swiatek responds to absurd question by journalist

American teenager Coco Gauff rose to a career-best No. 13 in the WTA rankings on Monday after her runner-up finish to No. 1 Iga Swiatek at the French Open. Gauff, an 18-year-old from Florida, jumped 10 spots by getting to her first Grand Slam final before losing to Swiatek 6-1, 6-3 on Saturday. Gauff had never been past the quarterfinals at a major tournament. She made it to the finals of singles and doubles at Roland Garros.

Her doubles partner, Jessica Pegula, moved into the singles top 10 for the first time, going from No. 11 to No. 8, thanks to her run to the quarterfinals. Like Gauff, the 28-year-old from New York lost to Swiatek, who has now won her past 35 matches in a row. Last year's French Open champion in singles and doubles, Barbora Krejcikova, lost in the first round of singles this time only the third woman in the professional era to exit in the first round at Roland Garros a year after earning the trophy and dropped from No. 2 in the rankings to No. 14. She pulled out of the doubles event two days later, saying she tested positive for COVID-19.

The French Open's effect on the rankings for both the WTA and ATP will hold sway longer than usual, because the two professional tours have announced they will not award points this year for Wimbledon, which starts on June 27. That was in response to the All England Club's decision to bar players from Russia and Belarus from the grass-court Grand Slam tournament because of the invasion of Ukraine. 
Rafael Nadal's 14th French Open title, and 22nd Grand Slam trophy overall, lifted him one place to No. 4 behind top-ranked Novak Djokovic.

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Nadal beat Djokovic in the quarterfinals along the way to the final, where he overwhelmed Casper Ruud 6-3, 6-3, 6-0 on Sunday and became, two days after his 36th birthday, the oldest man to win the singles championship at Roland Garros ? all despite needing pain-killing injections for a chronic problem in his left foot.

Nadal has won both of this year's major titles so far, including the Australian Open in January, but his ranking is hurt by his lack of activity over the past 12 months. He played only two matches between the end of the 2021 French Open and the end of last season because of that foot, then missed more time this year because of that issue and a rib injury.

Ruud went up to a career-best No. 6 from No. 8 by reaching his first Grand Slam final.&nbsp;

American teenager Coco Gauff rose to a career-best No. 13 in the WTA rankings on Monday after her runner-up finish to No. 1 Iga Swiatek at the French Open. Gauff, an 18-year-old from Florida, jumped 10 spots by getting to her first Grand Slam final before losing to Swiatek 6-1, 6-3 on Saturday.

American teenager Coco Gauff rose to a career-best No. 13 in the WTA rankings on Monday after her runner-up finish to No. 1 Iga Swiatek at the French Open. Gauff, an 18-year-old from Florida, jumped 10 spots by getting to her first Grand Slam final before losing to Swiatek 6-1, 6-3 on Saturday. Gauff had never been past the quarterfinals at a major tournament. She made it to the finals of singles and doubles at Roland Garros. Her doubles partner, Jessica Pegula, moved into the singles top 10 for the first time, going from No. 11 to No. 8, thanks to her run to the quarterfinals. Like Gauff, the 28-year-old from New York lost to Swiatek, who has now won her past 35 matches in a row. Last year's French Open champion in singles and doubles, Barbora Krejcikova, lost in the first round of singles this time only the third woman in the professional era to exit in the first round at Roland Garros a year after earning the trophy and dropped from No. 2 in the rankings to No. 14. She pulled out of the doubles event two days later, saying she tested positive for COVID-19. The French Open's effect on the rankings for both the WTA and ATP will hold sway longer than usual, because the two professional tours have announced they will not award points this year for Wimbledon, which starts on June 27. That was in response to the All England Club's decision to bar players from Russia and Belarus from the grass-court Grand Slam tournament because of the invasion of Ukraine. Rafael Nadal's 14th French Open title, and 22nd Grand Slam trophy overall, lifted him one place to No. 4 behind top-ranked Novak Djokovic. ALSO READ | 'He'll eat you alive' - Casper Rudd on his experience of playing invincible Rafael Nadal in French Open final Nadal beat Djokovic in the quarterfinals along the way to the final, where he overwhelmed Casper Ruud 6-3, 6-3, 6-0 on Sunday and became, two days after his 36th birthday, the oldest man to win the singles championship at Roland Garros ? all despite needing pain-killing injections for a chronic problem in his left foot. Nadal has won both of this year's major titles so far, including the Australian Open in January, but his ranking is hurt by his lack of activity over the past 12 months. He played only two matches between the end of the 2021 French Open and the end of last season because of that foot, then missed more time this year because of that issue and a rib injury. Ruud went up to a career-best No. 6 from No. 8 by reaching his first Grand Slam final.

Teen star Coco Gauff's rises to career-high 13th position; Rafael Nadal at 4th spot after French Open win

Iga Swiatek continued her flawless run at the French Open 2022 on Saturday (May 04) as she defeated Coco Gauff in the final to be crowned as the Roland Garo champion for the second time in her career. It was a dominant performance from the Polish world number one, who demolished 18-year-old Gauff in straight sets to clinch the prestigious title at the Court Philippe Chatrier in Paris.

Swiatek wrapped up the game inside just 68 minutes to register an emphatic 6-1, 6-3 win over Gauff and extend her unbeaten run to a whopping 35 matches. The Polish star has now equalled Venus Williams' record for the longest winning run in women's tennis in the 21st century. She stands just one win away from surpassing Williams.

Following her incredible performance in the final, Swiatek won the hearts of the fans present at the Court Philippe Chatrier as she sent a strong message for Ukraine in her title-winning speech. The world no.1 urged Ukraine to stay strong amid the ongoing invasion of Russia and was applauded by fans present at the venue.

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She also received a standing ovation from the supporters after her words on Ukraine. "I wanted to say something to Ukraine, to stay strong, because the war is still there," said Swiatek during her title-winning speech.&nbsp;

"Since I made my speech in Doha (after winning the tournament in February) it had started and I was hoping when I do the next tournament speech the situation will be better but I will still have hope," she added. Swiatek sported a ribbon with the Ukraine flag on her cap throughout the French Open this year.

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Earlier this year, Swiatek had expressed her solidarity with the people of Ukraine after winning the Qatar Open title in Doha. She revealed watching pictures of the war from Ukraine had left her emotional and she couldn't imagine people suffering in the country next to her.

"I want to show my support to all the people who are suffering in Ukraine. Seeing those images is really emotional for me. I wouldn't even imagine stuff happening like that in the country next to me," Swiatek had said after winning her fourth career title in Doha. 
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Iga Swiatek continued her flawless run at the French Open 2022 on Saturday (May 04) as she defeated Coco Gauff in the final to be crowned as the Roland Garo champion for the second time in her career.

Iga Swiatek continued her flawless run at the French Open 2022 on Saturday (May 04) as she defeated Coco Gauff in the final to be crowned as the Roland Garo champion for the second time in her career. It was a dominant performance from the Polish world number one, who demolished 18-year-old Gauff in straight sets to clinch the prestigious title at the Court Philippe Chatrier in Paris. Swiatek wrapped up the game inside just 68 minutes to register an emphatic 6-1, 6-3 win over Gauff and extend her unbeaten run to a whopping 35 matches. The Polish star has now equalled Venus Williams' record for the longest winning run in women's tennis in the 21st century. She stands just one win away from surpassing Williams. Following her incredible performance in the final, Swiatek won the hearts of the fans present at the Court Philippe Chatrier as she sent a strong message for Ukraine in her title-winning speech. The world no.1 urged Ukraine to stay strong amid the ongoing invasion of Russia and was applauded by fans present at the venue. Also Read: World no.1 Iga Swiatek demolishes Coco Gauff in straight sets to win second French Open title She also received a standing ovation from the supporters after her words on Ukraine. "I wanted to say something to Ukraine, to stay strong, because the war is still there," said Swiatek during her title-winning speech. "Since I made my speech in Doha (after winning the tournament in February) it had started and I was hoping when I do the next tournament speech the situation will be better but I will still have hope," she added. Swiatek sported a ribbon with the Ukraine flag on her cap throughout the French Open this year. It's your moment, @iga_swiatek #RolandGarros | pic.twitter.com/NwHIYnGK2L — Roland-Garros (@rolandgarros) June 4, 2022 × Also Read: Naomi Osaka in Wimbledon entry list, Roger Federer and Williams sisters absent Earlier this year, Swiatek had expressed her solidarity with the people of Ukraine after winning the Qatar Open title in Doha. She revealed watching pictures of the war from Ukraine had left her emotional and she couldn't imagine people suffering in the country next to her. "I want to show my support to all the people who are suffering in Ukraine. Seeing those images is really emotional for me. I wouldn't even imagine stuff happening like that in the country next to me," Swiatek had said after winning her fourth career title in Doha.

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Iga Swiatek is unstoppable at the moment and continues to prove why she deserves to be the world&nbsp;no.1. The Polish superstar extended her winning streak to 35 matches with a stunning victory over American Coco Gauff in the women's singles final of the French Open 2022 on Saturday (June 04). It was a brilliant performance from Swiatek, who dominated the proceedings right from the start and demolished Gauff in straight sets to clinch her second French Open title.

Swiatek&nbsp;was always the favourite against 18-year-old Gaufee, who enjoyed a dream run at the French Open this year making it to the final. However, she was no match against the Polish star, who headed into the summit clash on the back of 34 consecutive wins in her last 34 matches. She dominated Gauff to clinch her 35th win on the trot.

Swiatek wrapped up the final inside just 68 minutes to win 6-1, 6-3 against the American at the Court Philippe Chatrier in Paris on Saturday. She has now equalled the record of Venus Williams for the longest winning streak by a woman in tennis in the 21st century.

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Swiatek had arrived at the tournament two weeks ago as an overwhelming favourite considering her red hot form. And she proved many right in wit what was a clinical campaign with little or no setbacks. The Polish world no.1 stood tall and soaked in all the pressure to deliver once again on the big stage.

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She has now won the French Open twice in just four years. It has been a remarkable rise for her since her first Roland Garros crown in 2020. She has now won an amazing six titles in a row but there seems no stopping the force that is Swiatek as she looks forward to creating history.

Swiatek has an incredible record at French Open having lost only twice so far in 23 matches at the Roland Garros. She has a win percentage of 91% which is the third-best in the history of the women's tournament. On Saturday, she completely outplayed Gauff on her way to her second title.

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Swiatek claimed the first set comfortably inside 32 minutes before Gauff bounced back for a bit at the start of the second set. The American teenager raced to a 2-0 lead but Swiatek returned to close the game with perfection and finesse. She wrapped it up 6-3 leaving the American almost teary-eyed at the end.

Swiatek congratulated Gauff and also thanked her team for their support throughout the campaign.&nbsp;"First of all, I just want to congratulate you (Gauff), you're doing an amazing job, I can see each month you're progressing ... When I was your age, I had my first year on tour &amp; I had no idea what I was doing, basically," she said.

Iga Swiatek is unstoppable at the moment and continues to prove why she deserves to be the world no.1. The Polish superstar extended her winning streak to 35 matches with a stunning victory over American Coco Gauff in the women's singles final of the French Open 2022 on Saturday (June 04).

Iga Swiatek is unstoppable at the moment and continues to prove why she deserves to be the world no.1. The Polish superstar extended her winning streak to 35 matches with a stunning victory over American Coco Gauff in the women's singles final of the French Open 2022 on Saturday (June 04). It was a brilliant performance from Swiatek, who dominated the proceedings right from the start and demolished Gauff in straight sets to clinch her second French Open title. Swiatek was always the favourite against 18-year-old Gaufee, who enjoyed a dream run at the French Open this year making it to the final. However, she was no match against the Polish star, who headed into the summit clash on the back of 34 consecutive wins in her last 34 matches. She dominated Gauff to clinch her 35th win on the trot. Swiatek wrapped up the final inside just 68 minutes to win 6-1, 6-3 against the American at the Court Philippe Chatrier in Paris on Saturday. She has now equalled the record of Venus Williams for the longest winning streak by a woman in tennis in the 21st century. #RolandGarros | @iga_swiatek pic.twitter.com/0SJCWa4wBg — Roland-Garros (@rolandgarros) June 4, 2022 × Also Read: 'I'd prefer to lose the final': Nadal ready to sacrifice 22nd Grand Slam title for new left foot Swiatek had arrived at the tournament two weeks ago as an overwhelming favourite considering her red hot form. And she proved many right in wit what was a clinical campaign with little or no setbacks. The Polish world no.1 stood tall and soaked in all the pressure to deliver once again on the big stage. She has now won the French Open twice in just four years. It has been a remarkable rise for her since her first Roland Garros crown in 2020. She has now won an amazing six titles in a row but there seems no stopping the force that is Swiatek as she looks forward to creating history. Swiatek has an incredible record at French Open having lost only twice so far in 23 matches at the Roland Garros. She has a win percentage of 91% which is the third-best in the history of the women's tournament. On Saturday, she completely outplayed Gauff on her way to her second title. Also Read: Woman protestor disrupts French Open semi-final, ties herself to the net Swiatek claimed the first set comfortably inside 32 minutes before Gauff bounced back for a bit at the start of the second set. The American teenager raced to a 2-0 lead but Swiatek returned to close the game with perfection and finesse. She wrapped it up 6-3 leaving the American almost teary-eyed at the end. Swiatek congratulated Gauff and also thanked her team for their support throughout the campaign. "First of all, I just want to congratulate you (Gauff), you're doing an amazing job, I can see each month you're progressing ... When I was your age, I had my first year on tour & I had no idea what I was doing, basically," she said.

World no.1 Iga Swiatek demolishes Coco Gauff in straight sets to win second French Open title

Coco Gauff says she has "nothing to lose" in Saturday's French Open final against world number one Iga Swiatek, with her opponent on a 34-match winning streak and looking for a second Roland Garros title. Teenage star Gauff is the youngest Grand Slam finalist since Maria Sharapova at Wimbledon 18 years ago and only graduated from high school while in Paris.

The 18-year-old has yet to drop a set in the tournament and showed few signs of nerves in her first major semi-final with a 6-3, 6-1 win over Martina Trevisan.

But she is the underdog against Poland's Swiatek, who will equal Venus Williams' record for the longest women's unbeaten run in the 21st century if she lifts the trophy.

"I think going in I have nothing to lose and she's definitely the favourite going into the match on paper," said American Gauff, who burst onto the scene by making the Wimbledon fourth round as a 15-year-old in 2019.

"I'm just going to play free and play my best tennis. I think in a Grand Slam final anything can happen.

"If I do lift the trophy, honestly, I don't think my life is going to change really. I know it sounds kind of bad to say that, but the people who love me are still going to love me regardless if I lift the trophy or not."

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Swiatek, who herself only turned 21 on Tuesday, has enjoyed a remarkable season and is looking for a sixth successive title. The 2020 French Open champion's 6-2, 6-1 semi-final thrashing of Daria Kasatkina saw her draw level with Serena Williams' career-best winning streak from 2013.

"It's going to be tough (for her opponent)," said Russian Kasatkina after seeing her run comprehensively ended by the top seed.

"I think the mental part is going to, especially at the beginning, make a big difference.

"It's difficult when the player is moving good and then she can transition to attack mode. Then it makes it really, really tough."

Swiatek has an excellent French Open record and has become the youngest player to win 20 matches at Roland Garros since Martina Hingis in 1999. Four of Swiatek's five tournament victories this year have come at the prestigious WTA 1,000 events, but she says she still has to battle nerves before big matches.

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"I couldn't get rid of the expectations fully (in the semi-finals), but I tried to accept that, that they are going to be there and it's going to stress me a little bit more," said Swiatek, who is hoping to become the 10th multiple Roland Garros winner in the Open era.

Gauff wrote "peace, end gun violence" on a courtside TV camera after her semi-final victory and has said she wants to speak out about issues off the court.

Swiatek, though, does not think she is ready yet to use her profile to talk about political or social issues.

"I don't actually know how I want to use my platform," she said. "I haven't figured it out yet, because it's still pretty new for me.

"I feel like I really have to focus on my tennis first. When I'm going to get more experience in life generally I think it's going to be easier for me to choose the right path."

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The Pole has won both of her career meetings with Gauff -- in the 2021 Rome semi-finals and in Miami earlier this year.

"I'm pretty happy that she's doing well, because I think she's also had a huge amount of pressure in her life," Swiatek said of Gauff, who is also into the women's doubles final alongside Jessica Pegula.

"When I see her, I tend to forget that she's 18."

Swiatek says she listens to classic rock music, including Led Zeppelin and AC/DC, before stepping onto court, while Gauff enjoys a hardcore rap playlist.

But there won't be a clash of styles on Court Philippe Chatrier as both players have a game based on hard-hitting from the baseline. With a combined age younger than the injured Serena Williams, this could be the first Grand Slam chapter of a long rivalry at the top of the women's game. 
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Coco Gauff says she has "nothing to lose" in Saturday's French Open final against world number one Iga Swiatek, with her opponent on a 34-match winning streak and looking for a second Roland Garros title.

Coco Gauff says she has "nothing to lose" in Saturday's French Open final against world number one Iga Swiatek, with her opponent on a 34-match winning streak and looking for a second Roland Garros title. Teenage star Gauff is the youngest Grand Slam finalist since Maria Sharapova at Wimbledon 18 years ago and only graduated from high school while in Paris. The 18-year-old has yet to drop a set in the tournament and showed few signs of nerves in her first major semi-final with a 6-3, 6-1 win over Martina Trevisan. But she is the underdog against Poland's Swiatek, who will equal Venus Williams' record for the longest women's unbeaten run in the 21st century if she lifts the trophy. "I think going in I have nothing to lose and she's definitely the favourite going into the match on paper," said American Gauff, who burst onto the scene by making the Wimbledon fourth round as a 15-year-old in 2019. "I'm just going to play free and play my best tennis. I think in a Grand Slam final anything can happen. "If I do lift the trophy, honestly, I don't think my life is going to change really. I know it sounds kind of bad to say that, but the people who love me are still going to love me regardless if I lift the trophy or not." Also Read: Woman protestor disrupts French Open semi-final, ties herself to the net Swiatek, who herself only turned 21 on Tuesday, has enjoyed a remarkable season and is looking for a sixth successive title. The 2020 French Open champion's 6-2, 6-1 semi-final thrashing of Daria Kasatkina saw her draw level with Serena Williams' career-best winning streak from 2013. "It's going to be tough (for her opponent)," said Russian Kasatkina after seeing her run comprehensively ended by the top seed. "I think the mental part is going to, especially at the beginning, make a big difference. "It's difficult when the player is moving good and then she can transition to attack mode. Then it makes it really, really tough." Swiatek has an excellent French Open record and has become the youngest player to win 20 matches at Roland Garros since Martina Hingis in 1999. Four of Swiatek's five tournament victories this year have come at the prestigious WTA 1,000 events, but she says she still has to battle nerves before big matches. Also Read: It's human to feel sorry for Zverev, says Nadal after injury ends German's French Open bid "I couldn't get rid of the expectations fully (in the semi-finals), but I tried to accept that, that they are going to be there and it's going to stress me a little bit more," said Swiatek, who is hoping to become the 10th multiple Roland Garros winner in the Open era. Gauff wrote "peace, end gun violence" on a courtside TV camera after her semi-final victory and has said she wants to speak out about issues off the court. Swiatek, though, does not think she is ready yet to use her profile to talk about political or social issues. "I don't actually know how I want to use my platform," she said. "I haven't figured it out yet, because it's still pretty new for me. "I feel like I really have to focus on my tennis first. When I'm going to get more experience in life generally I think it's going to be easier for me to choose the right path." Also Read: Iga Swiatek vs Coco Gauff: Enrico Piperno opines on high-voltage French Open women's singles final The Pole has won both of her career meetings with Gauff -- in the 2021 Rome semi-finals and in Miami earlier this year. "I'm pretty happy that she's doing well, because I think she's also had a huge amount of pressure in her life," Swiatek said of Gauff, who is also into the women's doubles final alongside Jessica Pegula. "When I see her, I tend to forget that she's 18." Swiatek says she listens to classic rock music, including Led Zeppelin and AC/DC, before stepping onto court, while Gauff enjoys a hardcore rap playlist. But there won't be a clash of styles on Court Philippe Chatrier as both players have a game based on hard-hitting from the baseline. With a combined age younger than the injured Serena Williams, this could be the first Grand Slam chapter of a long rivalry at the top of the women's game. ×

Coco Gauff has 'nothing to lose' against world no.1 Iga Swiatek in French Open 2022 final

The French Open 2022 edition has lived up to expectations so far. While the competition has intensified in the men's singles, the women's singles are also set to see a marquee finale as world number one Iga Swiatek will square off with teen sensation Coco Gauff.&nbsp;

While American tennis player Gauff is yet to lose a set in her entire campaign, Iga is in peak form since the start of the calendar year and is on a 34-match unbeaten streak. While Gauff thrashed Italy's&nbsp;Martina Trevisan-- beating her&nbsp;6-3, 6-1 in her semi-final match -- Swiatek got the better of&nbsp;Daria Kasatkina 6-2, 6-1 to storm her way into the summit clash. Thus, the stage is set for a riveting encounter between two young guns in the women's singles at the Roland Garros, on Saturday (June 04).&nbsp;

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Ahead of the clash, WION's Sports Editor Digvijay Singh Deo got a chance to interact with Indian tennis coach Enrico Piperno, who opined on the women's singles finale. On the clash versus the world no. 1 vs no. 23, Piperno said, "Well, Coco came into the scene a couple of years ago. Back then, she had the tools to become a superstar. Gauff is one of those players who doesn't get heat on the court. She is very very spolid. To beat her, you got to really beat her. She seems a lot more relaxed. She has the tools to win the Grand Slam.&nbsp;

Swiatken, on the other hand, has had a terrific streak. But she will have a fall sometime. Is it going to be tomorrow, we will know....It won't be easy for Swiatek. Gauff will not go down very easily. Swiatek will have her hands full," Piperon opined.

In the men's singles, Rafael Nadal and Alexander Zverev are engaged in a mouth-watering semi-final as the birthday boy Nadal is eyeing his 14th title at the Roland Garros. While the tennis fraternity is closely following Nadal's journey, the crowd and tournament favourite, many have eyes glued on the women's singles final as well, which is set to go down to the wire.&nbsp;

The French Open 2022 edition has lived up to expectations so far. While the competition has intensified in the men's singles, the women's singles are also set to see a marquee finale as world number one Iga Swiatek will square off with teen sensation Coco Gauff.

The French Open 2022 edition has lived up to expectations so far. While the competition has intensified in the men's singles, the women's singles are also set to see a marquee finale as world number one Iga Swiatek will square off with teen sensation Coco Gauff. While American tennis player Gauff is yet to lose a set in her entire campaign, Iga is in peak form since the start of the calendar year and is on a 34-match unbeaten streak. While Gauff thrashed Italy's Martina Trevisan-- beating her 6-3, 6-1 in her semi-final match -- Swiatek got the better of Daria Kasatkina 6-2, 6-1 to storm her way into the summit clash. Thus, the stage is set for a riveting encounter between two young guns in the women's singles at the Roland Garros, on Saturday (June 04). ALSO READ | Teenage sensation Coco Gauff reacts to recent mass shootings in USA after reaching French Open final Ahead of the clash, WION's Sports Editor Digvijay Singh Deo got a chance to interact with Indian tennis coach Enrico Piperno, who opined on the women's singles finale. On the clash versus the world no. 1 vs no. 23, Piperno said, "Well, Coco came into the scene a couple of years ago. Back then, she had the tools to become a superstar. Gauff is one of those players who doesn't get heat on the court. She is very very spolid. To beat her, you got to really beat her. She seems a lot more relaxed. She has the tools to win the Grand Slam. Swiatken, on the other hand, has had a terrific streak. But she will have a fall sometime. Is it going to be tomorrow, we will know....It won't be easy for Swiatek. Gauff will not go down very easily. Swiatek will have her hands full," Piperon opined. In the men's singles, Rafael Nadal and Alexander Zverev are engaged in a mouth-watering semi-final as the birthday boy Nadal is eyeing his 14th title at the Roland Garros. While the tennis fraternity is closely following Nadal's journey, the crowd and tournament favourite, many have eyes glued on the women's singles final as well, which is set to go down to the wire.

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