Polish star Iga Swiatek showcased her resilience at the Madrid Open by turning around a rocky start to clinch a 4-6, 6-4, 6-2 victory against rising sensation Alexandra Eala.
The match at Caja Magica was a rollercoaster: Eala broke Swiatek's serve early in the first set, sparking excitement among fans. However, Swiatek soon regained control, capitalizing on a momentary lapse from her young opponent. 🎾
Swiatek explained, "On clay I feel like I have a little bit more advantage sometimes in the situations, where Alexandra could take more advantage on faster hard courts. I understand that there's hype about these young players, but you got to be focused on yourself." Her confident comeback comes after a challenging quarterfinal loss to Eala in Miami last month.
Now, with three semifinal appearances this year under her belt—including stops at the Australian Open and Indian Wells—the defending Madrid champion is determined to reach her first final of the season. This win not only underscores her expertise on clay but also her ability to learn and adapt under pressure.
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Iga Swiatek avoids another upset against Alexandra Eala at Madrid Open
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