Swiatek Comes Back and Wins the Korea Open: Epic Final!

Iga Swiatek Wins Korea Open Title After Intense Battle

In an epic final that kept fans on the edge of their seats, the world number one, Iga Swiatek, achieved a spectacular comeback to defeat Ekaterina Alexandrova and claim the Korea Open title. The match, played at the Seoul Olympic Park Tennis Center, was a true test of endurance and skill, with a final score of 1-6, 7-6 (3), 7-5 in favor of Swiatek. Despite a complicated start, where Alexandrova dominated the first set, Swiatek demonstrated her composure and ability to react to overcome adversity.

First, I want to congratulate Ekaterina for an incredible week and final. Honestly, I don’t know how I won, because you were playing great and I just tried to stay alive.

Iga Swiatek

The Polish player, number two in the world ranking, acknowledged the great performance of her opponent, who put her in trouble for a large part of the match. Swiatek, with her vast experience and determination, achieved her third title of the year and the 25th of her professional career. This triumph adds to her victory at the Cincinnati Open last month and her first Wimbledon title in July. The Polish tennis player improved her record in WTA finals to 25-5, solidifying her successful career. This triumph has a special meaning for Swiatek, who recalled the family history in Seoul. Her father, Tomasz Świątek, competed as a rower for Poland at the 1988 Summer Olympics in Seoul.