Iga Swiatek vs Beatriz Haddad Maia Results:
Iga Swiatek, the current World No.1, began her Australian summer on a high note by defeating Brazilian Beatriz Haddad Maia 6-2, 6-2 at the United Cup 2024 in Perth.
From the onset at RAC Arena on Saturday night, Swiatek exhibited dominance, securing breaks in the third and fifth games to swiftly claim the first set in a mere 34 minutes.
While the World No.11, Haddad Maia, showed resilience early in the second set by earning break point opportunities in Swiatek’s initial service games, the Polish player maintained composure, denying any chance of a comeback. Swiatek secured two more breaks to seal an effortless victory in a concise 76-minute match.
Poland’s World No.9, Hubert Hurkacz, has the opportunity to clinch the tie by facing world No.79 Thiago Seyboth Wild in the men’s singles match.
Swiatek’s display was marked by 21 winners compared to Haddad Maia’s seven, showcasing her dominant performance on the court.
Despite Swiatek’s remarkable achievements, including securing the No.1 world ranking for the second consecutive year, the four-time grand slam winner is yet to reach the Australian Open final, with her best result being a semi-final appearance in 2022. However, with her current form, Swiatek appears poised for a strong campaign at Melbourne Park this year.