Iga Swiatek and Aryna Sabalenka to Face Off in Mutua Madrid Open Final – Watch Over 80 Tournaments Live on Sky Sports Tennis

In a thrilling semi-final showdown at the Mutua Madrid Open, world No 1 Iga Swiatek and reigning champion Aryna Sabalenka secured their spots in the final after impressive victories on Friday.

Swiatek, the current top-ranked player, dominated her match against Madison Keys with a commanding 6-1 6-3 win in just 71 minutes. The Polish star showcased her skills on the clay court, breaking serve early in the match and never looking back to secure her place in the final.

On the other hand, Sabalenka faced a tough challenge against Elena Rybakina, needing more than two hours to overcome the former Wimbledon champion in a hard-fought battle. The Belarusian rallied from a set down to claim a 1-6 7-5 7-6 (5) victory and advance to the final.

The final will see a rematch of last year’s championship match, where Sabalenka emerged victorious over Swiatek. This will be the first meeting of 2024 between the two players and the 10th in their careers, promising an exciting showdown for tennis fans.

Swiatek expressed her excitement about reaching the final for the second consecutive year, stating that she feels “really good” and is looking forward to the challenge ahead. Sabalenka, on the other hand, is determined to defend her title and continue her impressive run at the Madrid Open.

Tennis fans can catch all the action from the final, as well as over 80 tournaments a year, exclusively live on Sky Sports Tennis. With both Swiatek and Sabalenka in top form, the final promises to be a thrilling encounter between two of the best players in the world.