Iga Swiatek seeks to achieve the Australian Open final for the first time as she faces Madison Keys at the Rod Lever Arena in the women’s singles semi-finals this morning.
The Pole’s only appearance at the tournament stage came in 2022 when she was beaten by Danielle Collins in straight sets. But Swiatek is in fine form having beaten all of her opponents in straight sets this campaign, including Emma Raducanu in the third round and Emma Navarro in the quarter-finals. despite some controversy over a double bounce indicate.
Her opponent, Keys, also reached the semi-finals for the last time in 2022, but was beaten by Ashleigh Barty who won the tournament. Keys’ previous two outings saw her fight against Elena Rybakina in the fourth round and then against Elina Svitolina in the quarters. The American has had a tougher journey but is a tricky competitor and should give Swiatek some trouble.
Before the duo took to court, defending champions Aryna Sabalenka faces Paula Badosa In the first semi-final of the day.
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Madison Keys faces Iga Swiatek in the semi-final of the Australian Open, live from 9:40 a.m.
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Good morning!
07:33 , Mike Jones
Welcome to The Independent’s coverage of today’s Australian Open action.
The women’s semi-finals dominate proceedings this morning as Aryna Sabalenka looks to reach back-to-back finals in her quest to defend her title. She will face Spaniard Paula Badosa in the first of the semi-final matches and will be on court from 8:30 GMT.
Next up is a blockbuster clash between Iga Swiatek and Madison Keys, with both players aiming to reach the final for the very first time.
Follow all the build-up and action from the Australian Open semi-finals.
