Iga Swiatek Conquers Cincinnati and Rises in the WTA Ranking
Polish tennis player Iga Swiatek, currently number 3 in the world, was crowned champion of the WTA 1,000 Cincinnati, United States, after defeating Italian Jasmine Paolini (number 9) with a score of 7-5 and 6-4 in one hour and 49 minutes.
This triumph represents the 24th title in Swiatek’s career and her eleventh WTA 1,000. An impressive achievement that places her as one of the most outstanding players in this category, surpassed only by Serena Williams, who has 13 WTA 1,000 titles.
Swiatek, after reaching the semifinals in Cincinnati on two previous occasions, demonstrated her determination by overcoming this barrier and winning the championship.
The victory in Cincinnati not only grants her a prestigious title, but also allows Swiatek to rise to number 2 in the WTA ranking, surpassing Coco Gauff. In addition, it positions her as the second seed in the US Open, which starts this week, avoiding a possible match against Aryna Sabalenka until the final.
Swiatek, who has also triumphed at Wimbledon, is seen as one of the favorites for the tournament in New York.A Duel with Emotions and Changes
The final match was characterized by its intensity and constant changes in the score.
Swiatek started the second set with a “break”, but Paolini responded valiantly, regaining ground and taking the lead.
The match was full of highlights from both players, with spectacular points and others that ultimately made the difference in the result.
In the following games, both tennis players exchanged “breaks”, leaving Swiatek with a 5-3 lead after defending her serve.
Paolini fought to stay in the competition, but Swiatek secured the victory with her serve, closing the set with a 6-4.
Swiatek won’t have much time to celebrate her victory, as she will participate in the mixed doubles at the US Open. This tournament, which adopts a new two-day format, offers a prize of $1 million and will feature the participation of several of the world’s best tennis players.
The Pole, along with Casper Ruud of Norway, will face the American pair formed by Frances Tiafoe and Madison Keys this Tuesday.
