Iga Swiatek, the 23-year-old Polish prodigy and 2022 US Open champion, continues to impress on the WTA circuit. In her latest match, she delivered a stunning 6-0 to her opponent, bringing her total number of "bagels" in her career to 93. Swiatek is now set to face either Russian Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova (27th) or Italian Elisabetta Cocciaretto (65th) in an attempt to reach the fourth round of the ongoing US Open.
In the first set, Swiatek started strong with a 6-0, a feat she has accomplished 26 times in Grand Slam tournaments. In the second set, Shibahara saved three break points and equalized at 1-1, earning applause from the crowd. However, Swiatek quickly responded, winning her service game without dropping a point.
Swiatek's dominance on the circuit echoes the legendary performances of players like Serena Williams and Martina Navratilova. Williams, known for her power and mental toughness, had the ability to overpower her opponents, showcasing an unrelenting style of play. Navratilova, on the other hand, revolutionized women's tennis with her versatility, much like Swiatek does today.
Swiatek has recorded 26 bagels in Grand Slams, 4 in WTA Finals, 25 in WTA 1000 events, 7 in WTA 500 events, 6 in WTA 250 events, 6 in team competitions, and 19 in ITF tournaments. With her decisive play and ability to dominate, she is writing her own chapter in tennis history. Each match proves she deserves her place among the greats, and fans eagerly await her next performances. Her journey promises to be as captivating as those of her illustrious predecessors.