In a thrilling rematch of last year’s final, Iga Swiatek saved three championship points before triumphing over Aryna Sabalenka 7-5 4-6 7-6(7), avenging her loss in the 2023 Mutua Madrid Open final.
The first showdown of the season between the world’s top two players kept the Spanish crowd captivated for 3 hours and 11 minutes, highlighting exceptional power, amazing defense, and impressive shot-making.
The clash between the top two seeds began with an exchange of breaks. They then held serve for the following eight games until Sabalenka stumbled.