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TOI Sports Desk | TIMESOFINDIA.COM

Iga Swiatek triumphs over Sofia Kenin in Australian Open opener

NEW DELHI: World number one Iga Swiatek faced a formidable challenge in her Australian Open first-round match against former champion Sofia Kenin but emerged victorious with a 7-6(2), 6-2 win in a match that showcased high-quality tennis.

In a rematch of the 2020 French Open final, Swiatek was pushed to her limits by the 41st-ranked Kenin. Despite a strong start from the American, who displayed the confidence that led her to win her only Grand Slam title four years ago on the same Rod Laver Arena, Swiatek showcased her problem-solving skills and resilience.

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