Iga Swiatek delivered a commanding performance on Centre Court, overwhelming Belinda Bencic 6-2, 6-0 in just over 80 minutes to secure her first-ever Wimbledon final appearance.
The Polish star, a five-time Grand Slam champion, showcased her powerful forehands and precise backhands in sweltering conditions, leaving Bencic unable to mount any sustained challenge. Swiatek’s victory marks a significant breakthrough on grass, a surface that had previously posed challenges for her.
Bencic, competing in only her second Grand Slam semifinal, struggled to find answers against Swiatek’s relentless pressure.
The Swiss player was pinned back early and failed to gain any momentum, even cutting a hole in her shoe in a desperate attempt to cope with the heat and discomfort. Swiatek’s clinical play culminated in a 34-minute “bagel” second set, underscoring her dominance and readiness to contend for the Wimbledon title.
Swiatek’s path to the final has been marked by steady improvement on grass courts, having never before reached a Wimbledon final or any grass-court final until now. Her victory over Bencic not only ends a 12-month drought without a final appearance but also makes her the first Polish woman to reach the Wimbledon final since Agnieszka Radwanska in 2012. Swiatek now stands poised to add a maiden Wimbledon crown to her impressive Grand Slam collection.
Next up for Swiatek is a final showdown with Amanda Anisimova, the American who stunned world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in the other semifinal. Both finalists are making their Wimbledon final debuts, setting the stage for a fresh rivalry and a captivating conclusion to the women’s singles tournament.
Swiatek’s perfect 5-0 record in Grand Slam finals adds to her aura as a formidable contender.