Discover What Świątek Must Do to Secure a Spot in the Semifinals
Iga Świątek faced her first defeat in the 2023 WTA Finals on Monday. The Polish tennis player lost to Kazakhstan’s Elena Rybakina with a scoreline of 6-3, 1-6, 0-6. Meanwhile, Amanda Anisimova from the USA triumphed over her compatriot Madison Keys, winning 4-6, 6-3, 6-2. This has significantly altered the standings in Group B, named in honor of Serena Williams.
Current Standings and Impact on Semifinal Qualification
With this victory, Rybakina has secured her spot in the semifinals as the group leader. She will face Keys in her final group match, a match that holds no significance for Keys, who is already out of contention. This leaves the battle for the second semifinal berth between Świątek and Anisimova.
Upcoming Match: Świątek vs. Anisimova
The match between Świątek and Anisimova is crucial. The winner will advance to the semifinals, while the loser will exit the tournament. Scheduled for November 5, the matches in Group B will commence at 3 PM local time.
- First match: Rybakina vs. Keys at 3 PM
- Second match: Świątek vs. Anisimova at 4:30 PM
Previous Encounters
Świątek and Anisimova have faced each other twice on the professional circuit in 2025. In their first meeting, Świątek dominated Anisimova in the Wimbledon final, winning in straight sets, 6-0, 6-0. Conversely, Anisimova claimed revenge during the US Open quarterfinals, winning 6-4, 6-3.
The match between Świątek and Anisimova will be broadcast on Canal+ Sport 2 and available for streaming on Canal Plus Online. Live textual commentary will be provided by WP SportoweFakty.
