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Poland’s Iga Swiatek to succeed Ash Barty as world No1

The 20-year-old has ascended into the top spot after Ash Barty’s retirement.

The Independent UK

Poland’s Swiatek Savors ‘Surreal’ No. 1 Achievement

Poland's Iga Swiatek said capturing the women's world number one ranking was a "surreal" achievement, with the 20-year-old set to replace retired Ash Barty at the top of the rankings. Swiatek clinched the ranking after defeating Viktorija Golubic 6-2 6-0 in the second round of the Miami Open on Friday,…

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Iga Swiatek becomes new WTA World No.1 with Miami win

Miami (AFP) - Poland's Iga Swiatek clinched becoming the new world number one in women's tennis on Friday by defeating Swiss player Viktorija Golubic 6-2, 6-0 at the WTA Miami Open.

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After Barty: Five young tennis stars who could take over at the top

Sydney (AFP) - World number one Ashleigh Barty's sudden retirement has left a gaping hole in women's tennis, already preparing for life without ageing superstar Serena Williams and with Naomi Osaka sliding down the rankings.

AFP

‘Never say never’: Ash Barty refuses to rule out returning to tennis in future

Women’s world no 1 says she will always be connected to tennis but regrets nothing and is looking forward to time with family

The Guardian - AU

Ash Barty would ‘never say never’ about returning to professional tennis

The 25-year-old also hinted at a role with junior tennis in her home country

The Independent UK

Swiatek poised to be No.1 with Barty coming off ranking list

Brisbane (Australia) (AFP) - Ashleigh Barty said Thursday that she will remove herself from the WTA rankings after announcing her retirement, opening the door for Poland's Iga Swiatek to become world number one.

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Osaka says therapy helped her win Miami Open match; players shocked by Barty retirement

The shocking news of top-ranked Ash Barty’s retirement from tennis at age 25, just two months after winning the Australian Open on her home soil, reverberated 10,000 miles away at the Miami Open on Wednesday.

Miami Herald

How Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine Is Impacting Tennis

Unpacking all of the angles, from Russian logos on gear, to Sharapova’s response, to Medvedev’s recent losses and more.

Sports Illustrated

Swiatek Blows Away Sakkari to Win Windswept Indian Wells

Poland's Iga Swiatek blew away Greece's Maria Sakkari 6-4 6-1 to win a windswept Indian Wells final on Sunday and move up to number two in the world rankings. Another windy day in the California desert made life miserable for both players, the gusts contributing to an uneven contest littered…

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Iga Swiatek adds to her impressive season by winning Indian Wells title

NDIAN WELLS, Calif. — Iga Swiatek’s first attempt at lifting the BNP Paribas Open trophy was a no-go. The crystal sculpture was too heavy, its shape too bulky for her to raise it off the table where it sat gleaming in the Sunday afternoon sun.

Los Angeles Times

Taylor Fritz hands Rafael Nadal first loss of 2022 with win in Indian Wells final

The American finished the tournament of his life by holding his nerve in the tightest moments to claim his first Masters 1000 title

The Guardian - AU

Taylor Fritz takes Indian Wells title and ends Rafael Nadal’s 20-match streak

Poland’s Iga Swiatek won the women’s side of the draw with a commanding performance against Maria Sakkari.

The Independent UK

Swiatek beats Sakkari for Indian Wells WTA title, No 2 world ranking

Indian Wells (United States) (AFP) - Former French Open champion Iga Swiatek beat Maria Sakkari 6-4, 6-1 on Sunday to win the WTA Indian Wells title and move to a career-high ranking of number two in the world.

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Swiatek-Sakkari rematch at Indian Wells with No. 2 ranking on the line

Indian Wells (United States) (AFP) - Former French Open champion Iga Swiatek and Greece's Maria Sakkari duel in the desert Sunday with not only the Indian Wells WTA title on the line but also the world number two ranking.

AFP

Swiatek, Sakkari set up Indian Wells WTA title clash

Indian Wells (United States) (AFP) - Maria Sakkari ended Paula Badosa's bid for a repeat title at Indian Wells on Friday, beating the defending champion to set up a final clash with former French Open winner Iga Swiatek.

AFP

Swiatek out-duels Halep to reach Indian Wells WTA final

Indian Wells (United States) (AFP) - Former French Open champion Iga Swiatek beat two-time Grand Slam winner Simona Halep 7-6 (8/6), 6-4 on Friday to reach the Indian Wells WTA final.

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Holder Badosa Downs Fernandez, Halep through at Indian Wells

Seeking to become the first woman to defend the Indian Wells title in over three decades, Paula Badosa powered past Leylah Fernandez 6-4 6-4 to reach the quarter-finals on Tuesday while Simona Halep and Iga Swiatek also advanced. Badosa, who is looking to emulate Martina Navratilova's feat of retaining the…

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Badosa keeps Indian Wells WTA title defense on track

Indian Wells (United States) (AFP) - Spain's Paula Badosa kept her Indian Wells WTA title defense on track Tuesday, holding off determined Canadian Leylah Fernandez to reach the quarter-finals in the California desert.

AFP

Swiatek rallies past Kerber to book Indian Wells quarter-final berth

Indian Wells (United States) (AFP) - World number four Iga Swiatek rallied for a third straight match to book her quarter-final berth at the Indian Wells WTA and ATP Masters on Tuesday with a hard-fought win over Angelique Kerber.

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Raducanu and Halep Rise, Pliskova and Muguruza Fall at Indian Wells

Emma Raducanu, Simona Halep and Iga Swiatek all came out on the winning side of three set matches while former world number ones Karolina Pliskova and Garbine Muguruza were upset in second round action at Indian Wells on Friday. Raducanu's 6-1 3-6 6-1 victory over France's Caroline Garcia is the…

AFP

Swiatek claims Qatar Open title, dedicates win to 'suffering Ukraine'

Doha (AFP) - Poland's Iga Swiatek swept aside Anett Kontaveit in the Qatar Open final on Saturday and dedicated her victory to "the people who are suffering in Ukraine".

AFP

Ostapenko defeats Muguruza for ninth successive win

Doha (AFP) - Former French Open winner Jelena Ostapenko racked up her ninth successive win on Thursday by sweeping past fifth-seeded Garbine Muguruza 6-2, 6-2 to reach the Qatar WTA semi-finals.

AFP

Swiatek undone by 'fastest balls ever' from Collins

Melbourne (AFP) - Iga Swiatek said she came up against the fastest balls she has ever faced after being blown off court by the raw power of Danielle Collins to miss out on an Australian Open final Thursday.

The Independent UK

Home favourite Ashleigh Barty to meet Danielle Collins in Australian Open final

Barty defeated Madison Keys while Collins saw off No 7 seed Iga Swiatek

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