Świątek won against Badosa 6:3, 6:7, 6:1. The first set was dominated by the Pole, in the second the fight was extremely fierce, and in the third the Raszyn player demolished the Spaniard. Thanks to the good performance of the entire team, the Polish team advanced to the quarterfinals of the tournament.
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This meeting had special significance for the Spaniard, as she celebrates her 27th birthday on November 15. After the fight, the two women hugged and chatted.
Later, Badosa added a photo from Świątek to her instastory. Below it, she spoke very kindly about the Raszyn woman.
“Iga, thank you for ruining my birthday. It was so nice to share the court with you again. You made me realize that I still have some work to do. Keep inspiring,” the 27-year-old wrote on her story.
The Pole did not leave this message without a reply.
“Thanks Paula. It’s a pleasure to share the court with you,” Świątek replied.
Badosa received birthday wishes from, among others, her friend from the tennis court, Aryna Sabalenka.
