Iga Swiatek achieves the same feat as Serena Williams by winning her third consecutive Qatar Open. Swiatek has been one of the most consistent players on the WTA circuit at present. On Saturday, the current World No. 1 emerged as the champion of the Qatar Open 2024. She defeated the World No. 4 in the tournament finals in straight sets. This victory marked Swiatek’s third consecutive Qatar Open title, matching the achievement of Serena Williams at the Miami Open from 2013 to 2015.
Swiatek recently made history by spending her 90th week as the World No. 1. It has undeniably been a monumental week for the Polish player, as she secured her 18th major title of her career and her first of the season. The match began with Elena Rybakina displaying an aggressive performance against Swiatek. At one point in the first set, Swiatek was trailing 1-4. However, Rybakina’s unfortunate injury during a serve disrupted her momentum and allowed Swiatek to stage a remarkable comeback. Swiatek capitalized on the situation, winning the first set in a tiebreaker and then dominating the second set to secure a 7-6, 6-2 victory.
After a disappointing performance in the previous month, Swiatek showcased a superb performance in the Qatar Open. In the post-match interview, she expressed her happiness with her performance. Swiatek’s display of grace and determination in the finals against an in-form Rybakina was truly impressive. Despite losing their last three meetings, Swiatek overcame the challenges and successfully defended her title.
Swiatek’s record at Doha currently stands at 13-1, with only one defeat in her last 23 matches. Her only loss came against the young prodigy. Fans can look forward to seeing Swiatek in action during the upcoming tournament.
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