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The all-time WTA record Iga Swiatek has set by reaching the semifinals of the Wuhan Open

Iga Świątek has etched her name into WTA history by becoming the first player since the inception of the WTA 1000 format in 1990 to reach the semifinals of four Tier I events in a single season. The six-time Grand Slam champion advanced to the semifinals of the Wuhan Open with a commanding 6-4, 6-1 victory over American Ann Li, setting up a potential Polish showdown against compatriot Maja Chwalinska.

Świątek’s efficiency in reaching the semifinals—achieved in just 50 main-draw appearances—is unmatched, trailing only Steffi Graf, Martina Hingis, and Monica Seles in terms of speed to that milestone. Despite a lackluster Grand Slam season, where she failed to defend her title at Wimbledon and exited early at Roland Garros and the US Open, her dominance in the WTA 1000 series remains formidable, including a title win at the Canadian Open and semifinal finishes at the Italian Open and Cincinnati Open.

Świątek is now just two wins away from her 13th WTA 1000 title and remains the only active player to reach the semifinals of all 10 current WTA 1000 tournaments, joining an elite group that includes Caroline Wozniacki, Svetlana Kuznetsova, and Simona Halep. Her next challenge will be navigating a semifinal clash with Chwalinska, a rising star who reached the Roland Garros final earlier this year as a qualifier, adding a layer of national pride to the matchup.

Świątek’s adaptability and aggressive play style were on full display in her victory over Li, as she adjusted to the American’s rhythm while maintaining control of the match from the outset.

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