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Swiatek Dominates Rybakina for First WTA Title of 2026
14 Aug
Summary
- Iga Swiatek secured her first WTA Tour title of 2026.
- She defeated world No. 2 Elena Rybakina in the Canadian Open final.
- Swiatek won the match in straight sets, 6-2, 6-3.
Iga Świątek earned her first WTA Tour-level tournament victory of 2026 by defeating world No. 2 Elena Rybakina 6-2, 6-3 in the Canadian Open final. This marks her first tour-level win since September 2025, demonstrating strong form.
Świątek's performance was efficient, characterized by a strong serve, excellent court coverage, and powerful baseline shots. She dictated play from the outset, securing an early break and maintaining pressure throughout the match. Rybakina, who had spent considerable time on court in earlier rounds, struggled to match Świątek's intensity and precision.
This victory marks Świątek's 12th WTA 1000 title and propels her to No. 5 in the WTA rankings. With this success, she sets her sights on the upcoming U.S. Open, aiming for her second title there.
