Defending champion Iga Swiatek faces a pivotal moment at this year’s Mutua Madrid Open. For the first time since March 2022, she risks falling below the No. 2 ranking if she falls short of a deep run at the WTA 1000 event in Spain. While winning the title would guarantee she stays at No. 2, anything less could open the door for Jessica Pegula or Coco Gauff to overtake her.
Last year, Swiatek delivered a thrilling performance in the Madrid final, saving three match points to defeat Aryna Sabalenka 7-5 4-6 7-6(7).