Iga Swiatek, número 1 do mundo, venceu Aryna Sabalenka, nº 2, no WTA 1000 de Madrid (Roma) em decisivo jogo de tres horas. Tricampeã de Roland Garros, ganhou mil pontos e um part budget na final WTA Mil.
A tenista número 1 do mundo, Iga Swiatek, sagrou-se campeã do torneio WTA 1000 de Madrid em uma emocionante disputa com mais de três horas de duração contra a número 2 do mundo, a bielorrussa Aryna Sabalenka. Foi uma batalha intensa que culminou com a vitória de Swiatek por 7-5, 4-6, 7-6 (9/7) neste sábado, na final do torneio.
Em mais um momento histórico para o tênis, Iga Swiatek mostrou por que é a número 1 do mundo, garantindo a sua posição de destaque ao superar uma rival tão talentosa como Aryna Sabalenka. Com essa vitória, Swiatek se consagrou como campeã do WTA 1000 de Madri, demonstrando sua incrível habilidade e determinação em conquistar o primeiro lugar no pódio.
Swiatek, Iga; saves match points to win Madrid Open thriller
Swiatek, Iga; showcased her resilience by saving three match points against Sabalenka in a thrilling final at the Madrid Open. The Polish player, ranked number one in the world, found herself in a tight spot as Sabalenka had two match points with a 6-5 lead on her serve and another one in the decisive game with a 7-6 advantage. Despite the pressure, the 22-year-old managed to pull through after a grueling 3 hours and 11 minutes on the court, securing her victory after failing to capitalize on her own match point opportunity earlier in the match.
Swiatek, Iga;’s triumphant performance at Madrid Open
The final showdown between Swiatek, Iga; and Sabalenka was a rollercoaster of emotions, with Swiatek emerging as the champion in a nail-biting 7-5, 4-6, 7-6(7) victory. This win was especially sweet for Swiatek, who avenged her loss to Sabalenka in last year’s Madrid final, where she fell 6-3, 3-6, 6-3. As the tricampeão of Roland Garros and the current number one in the world rankings for the 101st week, Swiatek claimed her third title of the year and her third WTA 1000 title after triumphs in Doha and Miami.
Swiatek, Iga; and Sabalenka’s contrasting paths to the final
Swiatek’s journey to the final was marked by dominant performances, with the exception of a grueling quarterfinal match against Bia Haddad that went to three sets lasting two and a half hours. In contrast, Sabalenka faced four three-set matches out of five on her way to the final, showcasing her fighting spirit and tenacity. Despite their divergent paths, both players demonstrated their exceptional skill and determination on the court throughout the tournament.
Next stop: WTA 1000 in Rome
As Swiatek and Sabalenka prepare to face off in the upcoming WTA 1000 in Rome, tennis fans can look forward to another exciting showdown between the two top players in the world. With their rivalry set to continue, all eyes will be on their future encounters, including the highly anticipated rematch at Roland Garros.
Fonte: @ Gazeta Esportiva
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