Rybakina Outclasses Swiatek to Reach Australian Open Semifinals
Elena Rybakina achieved a significant milestone at the Australian Open by defeating second-seed Iga Swiatek in the quarterfinals. This victory, with a score of 7-5, 6-1, propels Rybakina to the semifinals for the first time since her appearance in the 2023 final.
Match Highlights
The quarterfinal match lasted 1 hour and 35 minutes. Rybakina displayed an exceptional performance, winning eight of the last nine games. This victory also brought her head-to-head record against Swiatek to 6-6.
Statistical Breakdown
- Winners: Rybakina hit 26 winners, including 11 aces.
- Unforced Errors: She made 19 unforced errors, with 14 occurring in the first set.
- Service Stats: Rybakina won only 49% of her first serves but showed resilience by winning crucial points.
- Swiatek’s Performance: Iga Swiatek recorded just 10 winners and made 25 unforced errors during the match.
Rybakina’s Recent Form
This victory marks Rybakina’s 18th win in her last 19 matches, dating back to October. It also highlights her impressive streak of eight consecutive wins against Top 10 players. The 2022 Wimbledon champion is now set to face the winner of the matchup between Amanda Anisimova and Jessica Pegula in the semifinals.
With her sights firmly set on reaching her third Grand Slam singles final, Rybakina’s journey continues to captivate fans and experts alike. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting tournament at Filmogaz.com.
