Sabalenka Overpowers Swiatek to Reach French Open Final, Sets Up Clash with Gauff
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Aryna Sabalenka defeated defending champion Iga Swiatek in a thrilling semi-final match at the French Open to reach her first final at Roland Garros. The Belarusian's powerful performance ended Swiatek's bid for a fourth consecutive title and her 26-game winning streak in Paris. Sabalenka will now face Coco Gauff in the final after Gauff's convincing victory over Lois Boisson.
Key Points
Sabalenka defeated Swiatek 7-6(1), 4-6, 6-0 in the semi-final to reach her first French Open final.
Swiatek's attempt to win a fourth consecutive French Open title and continue her 26-game winning streak at the tournament was halted.
Sabalenka's powerful play was key to her victory, especially in the third set where she dominated.
Coco Gauff advanced to the final after defeating Lois Boisson in straight sets.
Sabalenka's win ended Swiatek's run, who had previously won the last three French Opens and her first in 2020.
