WTA Finals Overview: Iga Swiatek and the Shocking Elimination
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AP) — In a surprising twist at the WTA Finals, defending champion Iga Swiatek has been eliminated despite boasting a solid 2-1 record. Barbora Krejcikova secured the last semifinal spot with a crucial 7-5, 6-4 victory over Coco Gauff, which ultimately sealed Swiatek's fate.
Krejcikova, who now heads into the semifinals against Zheng Qinwen, accomplished an impressive feat that denied Swiatek a place in the next round. Notably, Swiatek dominated alternate Daria Kasatkina with a swift 6-1, 6-0 win in less than an hour. However, with Krejcikova's match outcome, Swiatek's progress was hindered due to a lower percentage of sets won, despite the tie-break conditions with Krejcikova and Gauff, who also finished at 2-1.
In the wake of the match, Kasatkina replaced American Jessica Pegula, who withdrew due to a left knee injury. This year’s WTA Finals continue to showcase the intense competitiveness of women's tennis.
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