“I only remember when Coco Gauff won Roland Garros and I lost in the semifinal” – Iga Swiatek on her and American’s journey from juniors to pro level

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Iga Swiatek has reflected on her and Coco Gauff’s journey from the junior circuit to the WTA Tour. The Pole highlighted the shared good fortune she and Gauff have experienced in navigating the challenging transition.Swiatek continued her impressive run at the 2024 Italian Open with a commanding 6-1, 6-3 victory over Madison Keys in the quarterfinals. The Pole delivered a clinical performance, breaking Keys’ serve four times while fending off all 10 break points in the 76-minute encounter.With her win, the World No. 1 set up a blockbuster semifinal clash with third seed Coco Gauff. Gauff triumphed over Zheng Qinwen 7-6(4), 6-1 to book her place in the last four of the WTA 1000 event.

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