Iga Swiatek defeats Madison Keys in the Mutua Madrid Open advancing to the final to face Aryna Sabalenka in a rematch

Iga Swiatek made a stunning run to the final, securing a 6-1 6-3 victory over Madison Keys. In a separate intense match, Aryna Sabalenka spent over two hours to triumph over Elena Rybakina. The upcoming clash between reigning champion Aryna Sabalenka and world No. 1 Iga Swiatek at the Mutua Madrid Open is a highly anticipated rematch of last year’s final.

World No. 1 Swiatek’s impressive performance saw her reach her third final of the year. She is on the verge of claiming her third WTA 1000 title of the year following a commanding 6-1 6-3 victory in the semi-final. Swiatek, who finished as the runner-up to Sabalenka at Madrid last year, is now set to face the Belarusian in a highly awaited rematch. Sabalenka, the second seed, displayed resilience as she overcame former Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina in a thrilling final-set encounter.

Swiatek’s early break of serve and her ability to fend off break points consolidated her dominant position against her formidable opponent. Conversely, Sabalenka found herself challenged in a fierce battle against Rybakina, ultimately rallying from a set down to secure a hard-fought 1-6 7-5 7-6 (5) victory and secure her place in the final.

The upcoming final will mark the first meeting of 2024 between Swiatek and Sabalenka. Last year’s final saw Sabalenka emerging victorious in a tightly contested match with a score of 6-3 3-6 6-3, setting the stage for an exciting rematch between the two formidable competitors.

Rybakina displayed her prowess by breaking Sabalenka twice in the first set, cruising to an impressive 6-1 margin. However, Sabalenka showcased her resilience and strong determination, overcoming deficits in the second set to level the contest.

The thrilling encounter between Swiatek and Sabalenka and Sabalenka’s hard-fought victory over Rybakina has set the stage for a captivating showdown in the final. With both players showcasing their exceptional skills and determination, the upcoming final promises to be a compelling and fiercely contested match at the Mutua Madrid Open.