Overview

• Coco Gauff defeated Iga Świątek 6-1, 6-1 in the Madrid Open semifinal, securing her first win over Świątek on clay and advancing to her maiden final at the tournament.
• Victory in the final against world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka could elevate Gauff to a career-high ranking of world No. 2, surpassing Świątek.
• Świątek, a four-time French Open champion, struggled with unforced errors and movement, losing 11 consecutive games in one of the most lopsided defeats of her career.
• Reports suggest Świątek’s performance may have been affected by personal loss, with confirmation of her grandfather’s passing prior to the tournament.
• Gauff’s resurgence on clay follows a challenging start to the 2025 season and continues her recent dominance over Świątek, with three consecutive wins since late 2024.