Coco Gauff and Iga Swiatek have faced off seven times in the last two years, spanning three continents. While their match-up looks promising on paper, it has been a nightmare for Gauff. She has lost all seven previous encounters, failing to even come close to winning a set. However, Gauff has shown significant improvement this summer and finally secured a victory against Swiatek in their eighth meeting, advancing to her first career WTA 1000 final in Cincinnati.
Gauff expressed her satisfaction with the win, jokingly referring to Novak Djokovic’s undefeated record against Gaël Monfils. She is determined to continue facing Swiatek in order to improve her numbers against her. On the men’s side, Carlos Alcaraz fought back from match point down to defeat Hubert Hurkacz and secure a spot in the Cincinnati final. Alcaraz now awaits the winner of the semi-final between Djokovic and Zverev.
In her previous encounters with Swiatek, Gauff struggled to match her opponent’s power and relentless pressure on her forehand. However, since her early exit at Wimbledon, Gauff has shown improvement in the North American hard-court swing. With the help of her coaches Brad Gilbert and Pere Riba, Gauff has gained more confidence in her forehand by focusing on her footwork. She recently won her biggest career title in Washington.
During their latest match, Gauff showcased her resilience by coming back from a 3-5 deficit in the opening set and saving two set points on her serve. She ultimately won the first set in a tie-break, marking her first-ever set victory against Swiatek. Although Swiatek forced a third set, Gauff remained determined and displayed excellent serving and defense to secure the win.
While Swiatek fell short of winning in Cincinnati, her consistent performance in reaching consecutive semi-finals in Montreal and Toronto, following her victory in Warsaw, proves her status as a top contender heading into the US Open. She acknowledges the areas she needs to work on but takes pride in her fighting spirit.
In summary, Gauff’s victory over Swiatek in Cincinnati marks a significant milestone in her career. Her improvement and resilience on the court demonstrate her potential for success in future tournaments. Swiatek, on the other hand, remains a formidable opponent and a favorite at the upcoming US Open.
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