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Iga Swiatek achieves feat only Serena Williams and Martina Hingis have managed after latest win in Wuhan

Iga Świątek cemented her place among tennis’s elite by reaching the quarterfinals of the Wuhan Open, extending her historic dominance in WTA 1000 tournaments. With a 6-1, 6-4 victory over Ashlyn Krueger, the Polish star became only the third player in the open era to accumulate 150 wins in their first 50 main-draw appearances at the premier level—joining Serena Williams and Martina Hingis.

Świątek achieved the milestone in just 187 matches, surpassing Victoria Azarenka’s previous record, while also securing her first WTA 1000 title of the season after winning the Canadian Open earlier this year. Her path to the WTA Finals remains alive, bolstered by Karolina Muchová’s early exit, though her Grand Slam campaign has fallen short of expectations, with her best result this year a quarterfinal at the Australian Open.

The 22-year-old’s rapid ascent underscores her resilience, particularly after a mixed season that saw her fall short of defending her Grand Slam titles. Świątek’s recent form has improved, highlighted by semifinal appearances in Cincinnati and a quarterfinal run at the China Open, while her early exits in Paris, London, and New York have been offset by strong performances in smaller tournaments.

With top seeds Aryna Sabalenka and Jessica Pegula already eliminated, Świątek’s chances of capturing the Wuhan Open—and completing her collection of all 10 WTA 1000 trophies—have significantly increased. She remains focused on recovery and consistency as she pushes toward the season’s final stretch.

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