Iga Swiatek beat Leolia Jeanjean in her opening match of Roland Garros to set up intriguing clash with Naomi Osaka
Iga Swiatek set up a blockbuster clash with Naomi Osaka at the French Open after racing through her opening match in Paris. The world No 1 cruised past qualifier Leolia Jeanjean 6-1 6-2 on Monday to successfully launch her title defence at Roland Garros, where she is seeking a fourth title on the Paris clay.
'Comparing me to him, I don't think I'm on that level yet. I still have many things to prove. He's a great person and athlete. He's shown that for many many years. I'm just at the beginning. I'll do my best to take some lessons from him and be a good person and a good player.
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