Madrid, May 2 In a sensational performance, American tennis star Coco Gauff secured her place in the final of the Madrid Open 2025 by defeating world No. 2 and defending champion Iga Swiatek in straight sets. Gauff dominated the semifinal clash, winning 6-1, 6-1 in just 64 minutes on the clay courts of Madrid.

Gauff Breaks Swiatek’s Streak with Clinical Precision

Swiatek, a five-time Grand Slam champion from Poland, was out of rhythm throughout the match and failed to earn a single break point. Gauff, currently ranked No. 3 in the world, applied relentless pressure from the start, breaking Swiatek’s serve five times and cruising through both sets with ease.

In the first setGauff broke Swiatek in the third, fifth, and seventh gamesshowcasing her superior court coverage and shot precision. The Polish star, known for her clay-court prowess, struggled to keep up with Gauff’s aggressive baseline play.

Historic Win on Clay for Gauff

This victory marks the first time Coco Gauff has defeated Swiatek on a clay surfacea significant milestone in her career. The 21-year-old American, who has often found Swiatek a challenging opponent, remained flawless in the second setsecuring two more breaks and converting her first match point without committing a single unforced error in the closing moments.

Swiatek entered the Madrid Open hoping to defend her title but faced a turbulent path through the tournament. She dropped sets in the earlier rounds against Alexandra eala and Diana Janetand had to rally from a 0-6 first set loss in her quarterfinal against Madison Keys. However, in the semifinal, Swiatek was completely outplayed by a dominant Gauff.

Sabalenka vs Svitolina to Decide Final Opponent

The second semifinal will feature Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus taking on Elina Svitolina of Ukraine. Both players are currently in impressive form and will battle for a spot in the final against Gauff.

The Madrid Open 2025 has seen surprising upsets and high-level performances, and Gauff’s victory over Swiatek sets the stage for an exciting finale. The American now aims for her first WTA 1000 title on clayadding momentum to her campaign ahead of the upcoming French Open.