In the past, Sabalenka became a Madrid champion after beating Ashleigh Barty in the 2021 Madrid final. Two years later, she lifted her second title at the tournament. Last year, the world No. 1 fell just short of winning the title after losing to Iga Swiatek in the final.

Coco Gauff dismantled defending champion Iga Swiatek 6-1 6-1 on Thursday with a ruthless display to storm into her first Madrid Open final, where she will face world number one Aryna Sabalenka for the WTA 1000 title.

Before the Madrid Open, Iga Swiatek attended the funeral of her grandfather if reports are to be believed. Swiatek is The post Top tennis journalist reveals concerning reason behind Iga Swiatek’s ‘nervousness’ during Madrid Open after defeat to Coco Gauff appeared first on FirstSportz.