Iga Swiatek beats Aryna Sabalenka in straight sets to win the Italian Open for the third time in four years.
World number one Iga Swiatek again got the best of Aryna Sabalenka, winning in straight sets to take the Italian Open title.On Saturday the 22-year-old dominated Sabalenka, winning 6-2 6-3 to secure her 21st career title."I'm really happy that I was able to play consistently during the clay season. The final tournament is in front of us. I always enjoy playing here."
She added that she would celebrate on Saturday night by eating tiramisu after telling the crowd she was disappointed there was none in the trophy. The defending champion now heads to the French Open after a third Italian Open title in four years, and having not dropped a set in the 2024 edition. In the final set she had to resist seven break points but was impressive throughout, making just eight unforced errors in the match.
Addressing Swiatek after the match Sabalenka said: "Congrats on an incredible two weeks in Rome. I hope we make it to the final at Roland Garros and I'm going to beat you there! Just kidding but I want to do better than today.Go behind the scenes...Inside Usyk's heavyweight transformation & biggest weakness
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