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Swiatek, Osaka Set for High-Stakes Showdown at French Open

Posted : 29 May 2024

Defending French Open champion Iga Swiatek is set to face Naomi Osaka in a highly anticipated second-round match on Wednesday, bringing together two of the most accomplished women in the Roland-Garros draw. Both players have claimed four Grand Slam titles, making this clash a renewal of their evenly split rivalry over the past two years.

 

Swiatek, currently in exceptional form on clay, has recently secured titles in Madrid and Rome. She aims to capture her fourth Suzanne Lenglen Cup. This will be her third encounter with Osaka, but notably their first on clay, where the 22-year-old Pole hopes to gain an advantage in their head-to-head record.

 

Osaka, returning to the tour this season after a lengthy maternity break, showed glimpses of her top form in her opening win over Lucia Bronzetti. Swiatek praised Osaka's comeback, highlighting her admiration for Osaka's game and her excitement about their upcoming match. "She's a great person and her game style is pretty fun to watch," Swiatek commented, expressing her anticipation for their first clay court duel.

 

Osaka, meanwhile, is eager to test herself against Swiatek, recognizing the challenge ahead. She emphasized her commitment to improving her clay game and the honor of playing Swiatek at Roland-Garros. "It's a very big challenge for me," Osaka said, viewing the match as a benchmark for her progress since returning to the sport. Despite acknowledging the difficulty, Osaka maintains her competitive spirit, confident in her ability to win every match she plays.

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