Swiatek Storms into Cincinnati Open Final After Dominating Rybakina

Iga Swiatek overcame Elena Rybakina in a challenging match to reach the Cincinnati Open final. Despite early setbacks, Swiatek capitalized on Rybakina's errors, winning four games in succession. With powerful serves and relentless intensity, she secured victory, maintaining her unbeaten set record in Cincinnati.

Iga Swiatek advanced to her first Cincinnati Open final after defeating Elena Rybakina with a score of 7-5, 6-3. The third seed faced early resistance but seized control following a dip in Rybakina's form, wrapping up the first set by winning four consecutive games.

"That was a tough match. The level was intense at the start; we played so fast," Swiatek remarked post-match. She credited her victory to improved service quality and intrinsic intensity, stating her satisfaction with her performance.

Despite Rybakina's initial lead aided by her powerful cross-court forehand, Swiatek's relentless focus dismantled the Kazakh's game plan. Swiatek remains unbeaten in sets at this tournament and now awaits the winner of the semi-final clash between Jasmine Paolini and Veronika Kudermetova to decide her final opponent.

(With inputs from agencies.)