Iga Swiatek has made history at Wimbledon by qualifying for her first-ever semifinal at the prestigious tournament. The Polish star’s impressive performance came after she defeated Russian opponent Liudmila Samsonova in straight sets, 6-2, 7-5.
Swiatek’s grass-court prowess was on full display as she dispatched Samsonova with ease, showcasing a strong serve and forehand that left her opponent struggling to keep up. The match highlighted Swiatek’s growth and development as a player, particularly in terms of her game on the grass court.
Former Grand Slam semifinalist Daniela Hantuchova praised Swiatek’s confidence and humility, stating that she has become a force to be reckoned with in the women’s tennis world. “It’s what’s happened to Iga this year, she’s started to think, hold on a second, why should I not be thought of as one of the favorites to go all the way?” Hantuchova said.
Swiatek will face Belinda Bencic in her semifinal match, with whom she currently leads the head-to-head 3-1. The match is scheduled for Thursday, July 10, and promises to be a thrilling encounter between two top players.
As Swiatek looks to make history at Wimbledon, fans around the world will be eagerly awaiting her next move in the tournament. With her impressive performance against Samsonova, Swiatek has cemented her position as one of the top contenders for the championship.
Source: https://www.thetennisgazette.com/news/the-awkward-moment-which-happened-at-the-net-after-iga-swiateks-win-over-liudmila-samsonova-at-wimbledon