Iga Swiatek, Elena Rybakina and Ons Jabeur Reach Mutua Madrid Open Quarterfinals
On Monday, Iga Swiatek, Elena Rybakina, and Ons Jabeur advanced to the quarter-finals of the Mutua Madrid Open. Aryna Sabalenka also progressed by ending Danielle Collins’ 15-match winning streak, while Coco Gauff and Maria Sakkari fell to Madison Keys and Beatriz Haddad Maia.
Swiatek, the defending champion, had a dominating performance against Sara Sorribes Tormo with a 6-1 6-0 victory. She has only dropped 9 games in her three matches so far, making her a strong contender for the title this week.
Sabalenka’s Triumph Over Collins
In a thrilling match, Aryna Sabalenka came back from a set down to defeat Danielle Collins 4-6 6-4 6-3. Sabalenka, a two-time winner in Madrid, is aiming to make history by becoming a three-time champion at the Caja Magica.
Swiatek to Face Beatriz Haddad Maia
Swiatek will now face Beatriz Haddad Maia in the quarter-finals. Haddad Maia upset Maria Sakkari to secure her spot in the last 8, setting up an exciting clash with the in-form Swiatek.
Swiatek Reflects on Past Encounters with Haddad Maia
In their previous encounters, Swiatek and Haddad Maia have had some intense battles, with the Brazilian scoring a significant win in Toronto back in 2022. However, Swiatek avenged that loss in last year’s Roland Garros semi-finals.
Sabalenka’s Gritty Performance
Sabalenka’s match against Collins was a test of endurance, with the Belarusian showcasing her fighting spirit to secure the victory. She will now face Mirra Andreeva in the quarter-finals, setting the stage for an exciting showdown.
Gauff Falters Against Keys
In earlier action, Coco Gauff stumbled against Madison Keys despite showing moments of brilliance. Keys capitalized on Gauff’s double faults to claim a hard-fought victory and advance to the next round.
Rybakina Continues Clay Court Dominance
Elena Rybakina extended her winning streak on clay by defeating Sara Bejlek in a convincing fashion. Rybakina’s powerful game proved too much for the young Czech player, propelling her into the Madrid quarter-finals for the first time.
