Iga Swiatek takes on Jasmine Paolini in the final of the French Open as she bids for a fifth Grand Slam title.
That was the response Iga Swiatek gave almost a fortnight ago when asked if she feels like the 'Queen of Clay'.
The four-time major winner is the overwhelming favourite against late bloomer Paolini, who is making her Grand Slam final debut. "After the tournament it usually hits me what I achieved, but during it, I feel like I just need to play another match," said Swiatek. Speaking about her opponent, Paolini said: "Iga is an unbelievable player. So young, but so many achievements and Grand Slams.
It has been a remarkable French Open run for Tuscany-born Paolini, who made her WTA Tour debut in 2015.The world number 15 has won two career singles titles but is enjoying her most productive year in 2024, announcing herself at Roland Garros by stunning former Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina in the quarter-finals and winning over the Paris crowds.
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