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Swiatek gets revenge, advances to Wuhan semi-finals
17 Oct
Summary
- Swiatek avenged her earlier defeat to Li in the Wuhan quarter-finals.
- The win sets up an all-Polish semi-final against fellow rising star Chwalinska.
- Both players expressed excitement for Polish tennis's strong representation.
Iga Swiatek has advanced to the semi-finals of the Wuhan Open after defeating Li in a closely contested quarter-final match. This victory marks a significant revenge for Swiatek, who had suffered a surprise defeat to Li earlier in the season at the Madrid Open.
Reflecting on her performance, Swiatek stated she was pleased with her ability to adapt to her opponent's changing rhythm and play with speed and bravery. She acknowledged Li as a formidable opponent whose style she admires. Swiatek's win sets up an exciting all-Polish semi-final.
Swiatek will now compete against Maja Chwalinska, who is enjoying her best run since reaching the French Open final. Chwalinska has found strong form during the Asian swing, reaching the semi-finals in Singapore prior to this event. Both players are enthusiastic about the prospect of an all-Polish clash, recognizing its importance for the growth of tennis in their home country.
