Iga Swiatek tops Jasmine Paolini for Cincinnati title
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World No. 2 defeats feisty Jasmine Paolini in final to earn her first title on a hard court since March of 2024.
Iga Swiatek secured her spot in the Cincinnati Open final against Jasmine Paolini by defeating Elena Rybakina in straight sets, 7-5, 6-3. During the semi-final match on August 18, 2025, Świątek politely requested a camera operator to step back while she changed her top,
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Yardbarker on MSN'Coaches need to focus on no more excuses': Rick Macci comes to Iga Swiatek's rescue amid criticism from Brad Gilbert for Cincinnati Open schedule
Iga Swiatek has showcased her class by returning to form in a phase where, historically, she has had a mixed record. The 24-year-old went through a lean patch of more than 12 months after winning the French Open in 2024.
Iga Swiatek acknowledges she prefers to play early even in challenging conditions, but suggests that certain adjustments could be done, like giving players "more time to breathe" when the conditions are extremely hot and humid.
Ten seeded players were in action during the Cincinnati Open quarterfinals Aug. 15. Here's how the action unfolded in Mason.
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The Mirror US on MSNSabalenka misses out on Iga Swiatek test in lead-up to U.S. Open
A ryna Sabalenka will miss out on a showdown with Iga Swiatek at the Cincinnati Open after suffering a straight-sets defeat to Elena Rybakina in the quarterfinals.
Iga Swiatek cruised into the semifinals of the 2025 Cincinnati Open with an emphatic 6-3, 6-4 win against Anna Kalinskaya of Russia on Friday (August 15).
The fans initially answered questions, unaware of the presence of tennis stars Iga Swiatek, Jannik Sinner, and Aryna Sabalenka.