Iga Swiatek reached the Qatar Open semifinals by defeating Elena Rybakina 6-2, 7-5. She will play against either Jelena Ostapenko or Ons Jabeur next. Ekaterina Alexandrova beat Jessica Pegula and will face either Amanda Anisimova or Marta Kostyuk in her semifinal match.
Iga Swiatek advanced to the semifinals of the Qatar Open, continuing her quest for a fourth consecutive title. The three-time defending champion overcame Elena Rybakina with a score of 6-2, 7-5. Swiatek, currently ranked No. 2, is set to face either Jelena Ostapenko or Ons Jabeur in her next match, aiming for a place in the final.
In another match, Ekaterina Alexandrova eliminated sixth-seeded Jessica Pegula, winning 4-6, 6-1, 6-1. Ranked 26th, Alexandrova has maintained strong form after previously defeating top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka in this tournament. She will compete next against either Amanda Anisimova or Marta Kostyuk from Ukraine in her semifinal bout.
Iga Swiatek’s victory places her in the semifinals of the Qatar Open, where she seeks to add to her impressive record. Ekaterina Alexandrova also advanced by defeating a higher-seeded opponent, illustrating the competitive level of the tournament.
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