Iga Świątek started her grass-court season with a straight-sets win over Victoria Azarenka at Bad Homburg on 24 June 2025.
The 6-4, 6-4 win boosts her Wimbledon preparations and shows her growing comfort on grass.
Moreover, this performance stands out, as Świątek had never previously reached a grass-court final at any professional level.
A HARD BEGINNING TO A WIN
In Bad Homburg, Świątek briefly trailed 3-1 in the second set after an early break by former world No. 1 Azarenka.
However, the Polish player demonstrated remarkable tenacity by winning the first set with consecutive breaks in games seven and nine.
This early challenge highlighted her perseverance and tactical adjustments on the demanding grass field.
ŚWIĄTEK’S MILESTONE VICTORY
Świątek’s win over Azarenka in the Bad Homburg Open marks a major step in her already impressive career.
This marked her 300th Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) win, making her the second fastest player of the 21st century after Serena Williams.
Moreover, this accomplishment demonstrates Świątek’s remarkable consistency in modern women’s tennis.
AIMING FOR WIMBLEDON
After a season that saw her fall to No. 8, Świątek’s Bad Homburg form offers hope for her Wimbledon campaign.
On 11 July 2023 at Wimbledon, London, Świątek had her best performance, making it to the quarterfinals before losing to Elina Svitolina.
As a result, fans are now looking forward to her continued success in 2025 after her outstanding performance in Bad Homburg.
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