Elena Rybakina beat Iga Swiatek in the Australian Open quarterfinals (Picture credit: AP)
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News1828-01-2026, 09:02

Rybakina Dominates Swiatek at Melbourne Park, Advances to Grand Slam Semi-Finals

  • Elena Rybakina defeated Iga Swiatek 7-5, 6-1 at Melbourne Park, halting Swiatek’s bid for a career Grand Slam.
  • Rybakina is now the only player to beat Swiatek twice in a single Grand Slam event, having also won against her in the 2023 Australian Open.
  • She has also beaten both Swiatek and Aryna Sabalenka at multiple WTA-level events, showcasing her strong form.
  • Rybakina has won 18 of her last 19 matches, with her only recent loss in the Brisbane quarter-finals.
  • This victory marks Rybakina's fourth career Grand Slam semi-final appearance and her first since Wimbledon in 2024.

Why It Matters: Elena Rybakina showcased dominance over Iga Swiatek at Melbourne Park, advancing to her fourth Grand Slam semi-final.

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