Italian Open Women’s Singles Semifinals: Iga Swiatek vs. Coco Gauff Preview, Prediction, and Live Stream

Iga Swiatek takes on Coco Gauff for the 11th time in her career.

Italian Open Women’s Singles Semifinals: Iga Swiatek vs. Coco Gauff Preview, Prediction, and Live Stream

Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff (Via Imago)

The ongoing 2024 Italian Open has been a huge success so far for both ATP and WTA. After some shocking upsets and close encounters, the tournament is about to begin its semi-final matches. First up is a sensational matchup between Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff for a spot in the finals. 

Both the players have fought through some interesting rounds. While Gauff has had a difficult time managing some of her shots, Swiatek cruised past her opponents without dropping a set. An exciting encounter awaits as fans are excited for the clash between the new rivals. 

 Iga Swiatek vs. Coco Gauff: Match Details

  • Tournament: Rome Open 2024
  • Match: Iga Swiatek vs. Coco Gauff
  • Round: Semifinal
  • Date: 17 May, 2024
  • Venue: Center Court, Foro Italico
  • Surface: Outdoors Clay
  • Prize Money: $221,266 (€192,405)

Iga Swiatek Vs. Coco Gauff Match Preview

The massive matchup between the WTA No.1 and No. 3 is a 2022 French Open rematch, where Swiatek won to claim yet another major title. However, Coco Gauff now maybe her toughest matchup so far. Despite dismissing other opponents in straights, Swiatek may be under the pump against the American. 

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Coco Gauff
Coco Gauff (Via Imago)

However, Gauff is also not in the best of forms heading into the matchup and will need to step it up to match the Pole’s tennis. Although Gauff did play comparatively better against Qinwen Zheng in her latest outing, she has yet to tap into her full potential for this year. 

Iga Swiatek Vs. Coco Gauff: Match Prediction

While the fans have already witnessed a couple of clashes between the two, almost all have been in favor of Iga Swiatek. Their current head-to-head stands at 9:1, with Swiatek in the lead. 

Iga Swiatek
Iga Swiatek (Via Imago)

Last year, the two played each other a total of five times, and Gauff managed to win her first game against the Pole in Cincinnati. Other than that, it has all been Swiatek, cruising past Gauff. This is their first encounter this year and they would hope to make it worthwhile. 

While Swiatek is seeking another title for the year, Gauff is yet to win one and will hope to secure her maiden title for the year. Last year, the two played at the WTA Finals, where the Pole dominated the American in straight sets. This would be a revenge match for Gauff, who also has to prove herself in the rankings. 

Match Prediction: Swiatek to win in two sets.

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