Iga Swiatek faces Jasmine Paolini in the French Open final for the women’s singles.
Paolini’s impressive run, having never previously progressed beyond the second round of a grand slam in singles before this year, contrasts with Swiatek’s dominance at Roland Garros, with a potential fourth title in five years.
The world No 1 dispatched Coco Gauff, following controversy over a line call, in straight sets in the semi-finals, while her Italian opponent, and 12th seed, had too much for 17-year-old Russian Mirra Andreeva. Paolini has also been juggling a run to the women’s doubles finals, combining well with Sara Errani to also reach a second final this weekend.
Swiatek revealed she is content with all aspects of her game right now, stating: “I got my level of intensity a little bit higher [against Gauff]. I think most of the things overall in my game worked, so I’m proud of myself.”
Follow all the latest updates from women’s final day at Roland Garros below:
French Open women’s singles final LIVE
Good morning and welcome to our coverage on The Independent of the women’s singles final at Roland Garros – it’s the queen of clay Iga Swiatek against debutant grand slam finalist Jasmine Paolini.
All the buildup on the way.
Karl Matchett7 June 2024 17:24
Iga Swiatek beats enraged Coco Gauff to reach French Open final
An emotional Gauff had a blazing row with umpire Aurelie Tourte, telling the official she “should be ashamed” for not overturning a call.
The 20-year-old American then wiped tears from her eyes as boos rang out all around Court Philippe Chatrier.
World No 1 Swiatek, a seemingly unstoppable force at Roland Garros, went on to register her 20th consecutive win here, 6-2, 6-4.
Jack Rathborn7 June 2024 16:02
