Iga Swiatek v Elena Rybakina Extended Highlights | Australian Open 2023 Fourth Round

[@montesmarcelo5749]

I love watch a “screamless” tennis match! Both great players!

[@kenzone]

Rybakina’s groundstrokes are the smoothest in the women’s game currently. She strikes the ball so sweetly, especially on the forehand side with an effortless motion and the ball just powers forward like a missile. Even Swiatek, for all her defensive skills, cannot get to many of those shots. I watched her once live courtside, and the sound of her racket striking the ball is really something else, very different from other players.

[@mirrorzedge523]

Rybakina is quickly maturing as a player and she's got a good shot at the trophy. This may be what both Iga and WTA needs. Iga needs a consistent rival to constantly push her to improve as a player and avoid complacency and stagnation of her game. And the WTA could really use a good rivalry story.

[@Berighteousone]

SABALENKA FOR THE WIN 🏆

[@ujk4418]

Sure she's maturing. Her serve was always great and now her return has improved. And let's not forget she is 2 years older than Iga. Hope Iga takes sth positive from that loss and bounces back.

[@csracingreport2024]

Good points, but the parity is pretty deep to where it's A, difficult to dominate, or B, inconsistent players beating up on one another; I lean toward it being A, a bunch of stars playing @ one time, thus making it hard to win majors in bunches: we'll have to just watch & see how it all shakes out, but it's hard to handicap how far anyone can go, therefore the rivalries u speak of may be hard to develop; it may continue to be a random mix/ mosh pit of interesting matchups by committee, but to your point, the smoke may clear up, and someone, or a few someone's, will take charge; RYBAKINA looks like she could be "one of the ones" ... curious as to how she will do on clay moving forward, because she seems to have a handle on hard / grass courts

[@mirrorzedge523]

@@csracingreport2024 Well said. Because of the WTA's notorious inconsistency of the players results, I wouldn't dare hope for multiple rivalries just yet. Maybe rising talents like Qinwen Zheng or Alycia Parks can one day create solid match ups that can be considered rivalries in the future. However Rybakina seems to be the only player near Iga's level that's showing consistency in the majors. Even if Iga and Rybakina don't play that often ( Can't underestimate WTA inconsistency) her presence alone may be enough to motivate Iga, and provide the WTA with that least enough of a semblance of a rivalry to write articles about. Also Rybakina has made the quarter finals of RG before breaking through at wimbledon, so she's at least capable on the surface although consistent results are another matter. So as far as the prospect of having a rival near Iga's age that can perform against her and on the highest stages, Rybakina is all we have so far.

[@csracingreport2024]

@@mirrorzedge523 there have been ups & downs from unfocused Anna Kournikova "wanna be models" like Tatian Galovin, the Twins whose names I forget & a few others, too wide eyed from the huge prize money; then a wave of more hard nosed types hit roadblocks, be it Naomi Osaka, Madison Keys & Sloane Stephens from the US to name 3, & some "flash in the pan" major winners; Ash Barty quitting; it's a revolving roller coaster, but it feels like Rybakina &, Sabolenka, are about to peak & Ons is in the mix; Gauff is still a work in progress

[@tannervargas9672]

Wow, Elena’s timing is impeccable and her cool mental game is so unique in today’s louder/flashier style

[@csracingreport2024]

her reaction after her Wimbledon win was the smoothest u will ever see; calm & composed, as if to say, I'm supposed to win Majors. Really exciting prospect, especially if she can mix finesse w/ the power on Clay, which tends to slow groundstroke speed. What's your take on the parity in the WTA? Is it a bi- product of "average"/ inconsistent players beating up on each other, or a bunch of superstars playing @ one time, making it difficult to dominate / win more than 1 major in a year?

[@mateuszszczurek8043]

Iga will be dominating her for the rest of their career

[@tannervargas9672]

@@csracingreport2024 tbh I think it’s more the latter, the WTA is stacked with talent and a diversity of styles. A lot of times it depends on the direct matchup and timing for who wins because early round matches can be really high quality. I just always tune in for big-game (sometimes high drama) slam winners like Andreescu and Ostapenko, but there’s also so many dynamic top 50 players that might be overdue a slam like Garcia, Jabeur, Kontaveit, Collins etc. The talent is super deep and there’s plenty of diverse style players to root for IMO

[@csracingreport2024]

@@tannervargas9672 I agree, there's a "Moxy" & Depth power wise, compared to when STEFFI GRAF dominated, and Navratilova before; it was her (Graf) & a drop off 2 everyone else; Aranxta S, Vicario, or a Gabriella Sabatini could only hang on occasion, until MONICA SELES came along, and took it up a notch, along w/ CONCHITA MARTINEZ ; The current era has, to your point a cluster of big hitters; they would pose a problem w/ the previous eras; It feels like there's going to be some dominance, but you may be right, we may continue to see multiple Slam winners

[@jeremyborton8585]

@@csracingreport2024 Iga won 2 majors last year so you can say that she is dominating

[@tannervargas9672]

Glad Elena finally getting some rightful WTA points 🥳

[@petro3554]

What would you say about Swiatek dominance in woman tennis?

[@petro3554]

Swiatek has 3 slams, Rybakina 1

[@tannervargas9672]

really impressive but still has to stand the test of time before we start really comparing to the long term streaks of Steffi and Serena domination

[@coacherful]

Mental, physical and emotional components of Rybakina's game stands out in this match..Tactical and strategic was excellent also..She can be a very tough player to beat in AO 23..I particlarly like her demeanour. Cool as ice and she did'nt even know it...Congratulations on well deserved victory..

[@mateuszszczurek8043]

Iga will be dominating her to the rest of their career

[@jeremyborton8585]

Still, Swiatek is better

[@petro3554]

Swiatek has 3 slams, Rybakina 1

[@DariuszCzarnowski]

Ciekawe, to chyba jesteś słabo emocjonalnie uzdolniony

[@christophergolfer]

Rybakina’s serve and groundstrokes are things of beauty.

[@Repent-p3k]

Rybakina game has more variety in her game than swiatek game. What a beat up. Congratulation ryba.

[@benthekeeshond545]

Rybakina is really maturing into a complete champion. Swiatek is a complete player and Rybakina shows that she has a stronger game than Swiatek. Wow! Rybakina won Wimbledon was no fluke.

[@alaric3056]

That's so funny because people were quick to point out her inconsistency after the US open early loss. People jumping back on the Elena bandwagon

[@benthekeeshond545]

@@alaric3056 It is true that Elena is still inconsistent when compared to a peak Serena or a Justin Henin. But for Elena to get to the quarter is no easy task. Especially she won against Swiatek and Collins. Even if she loses in the next round, she already proved to the tennis world that her Wimbledon victory was not by chance. I believe Elena Rybakina will do well in her next US Open.

[@ujk4418]

Agree that Rybakina is no fluke, why would she even be called one. But Swiatek isn't a complete player yet at just 21. Still room for improvement and adding elements to her game.

[@matthewwilliams3827]

Good for you.

[@Schoonie7626]

yeah no fluke to the iga-lovers.

[@demigod1013]

Hardly a surprise outcome for Wimbledon champ Rybakina - the true ice queen.

[@richardconradmorgan]

No histrionics, no grunting. Just gets on with the job with an occasional sweet smile. Love her!

[@phillyboylaboy]

and no drama 😊

[@mateuszszczurek8043]

Iga will be dominating her for the rest of their career

[@honeynut4586]

​@@mateuszszczurek8043 well, not yet lol

[@xdbruhxd1179]

@@mateuszszczurek8043 Apparently not

[@Rockyboy2106]

​@@mateuszszczurek8043 😢

[@cradle177]

Elena was super impressive. Love her serve

[@benthekeeshond545]

That was how she won against Swiatek and Collins.

[@davidmcpherson2220]

But she has a very low first-serve percentage. I think it's around 55 percent. If she improves that, she can definitely win more Slams and get to No. 1.

[@benthekeeshond545]

@@davidmcpherson2220 1st serve can definitely win points. The more accurate the better. But great players can win with good 2nd serves. That is placement. Most players can pop their 1st serves but 2nd serve can determine how good a player can be. i also notice that women players can't win second-serve points. If we remember Justin Henin, she was good with her 2nd serves. So was Serena and that is why Serena was better than her sister, Venus.

[@nick4yt]

There's no playing against Elena when she's on. My god what a talent.

[@deepconvos1]

She was on against Sabalenka but still was not enough. So there are some still can beat her even she is the most calm and collected looking

[@mateuszszczurek8043]

Iga will be dominating her to the rest of their career

[@jeremyborton8585]

Swiatek has 3 slams, Rybakina 1. Swiatek is dominating woman tennis

[@bbbby519]

Elena’s game is pleasing to watch! Powerful strikes without screaming! Can’t expect more 😂

[@JG-vc8br]

Love you Elena... What a wonderful win... Keep up the good work... 💪🔥❤️

[@auhsojyihst9440]

That’s how you play Iga & Control her game. Iga plays aggressive while able to recover her position fast, also multi-attacks you faster so that you don’t recover your position while she remain 99% accurate. To play her; you need to read when she try to recover her position back to the Center and hit in her opposite running direction. If you wait for her to recover, then she will be already centred & on her toes ready to run in any direction. But great to see. Someone outplaying her. That is good for making the sport more competitive.

[@luizarodrigues9973]

Não é qualquer um que consegui vira um set perdendo de 3x0 de iga, muita força mental da menina Rybakina

[@rodb1821]

I like them both...just pure tennis no extra loud shout ....

[@lan8854]

Let’s go Elena! She totally did her in on the service returns, unplayable for iga. They’re like missiles

[@tjr-007tt]

I see similarities in Rybakina and Sebastian Korda on the men’s side. Both a cool under pressure, unassuming with a fluid and effortless game.

[@Mike-bb7ne]

elena would be a great champion if she were to win! calm, collected, doesn't "jump around". and her beauty... lol

[@benthekeeshond545]

Elena reminds us of Pete or The Fed. Deadly but calm.

[@iamshadowbanned699]

@@benthekeeshond545 Her quiet confidence reminds me so much of Steffi.

[@csracingreport2024]

Agree on all of those points, & she is cute; very marketable: Magazines will jump off of shelves w/ her on the Cover: Same for Sabalenka, and they may hook up in the Final. How I wish I was 21, and chasing pretty & athletic women, lol

[@1Rene9Night5cart0]

But for no points awarded for winning Wimbledon 22, Rubakina would be comfortably w/i Top 10. She was very impressive, winning 6 of last 7 games in set 2!

[@sebas4443]

exel rybakinaaaaaaa serenidad absoluta y confianza en cada momento esperemos siga ese nivel saludos esteban desde argentina

[@daanbruigom2913]

Love her behavior and her great tennis. She does not show off 👍 Rybakina 👍

[@csracingreport2024]

Agreed, love the Wimbledon reaction & her Bjorn Borg like "ice cool" temperament; great power, long, leggy, nice serve, which has been an Achilles heel for decades in Women's Tennis; unless she becomes a "head case" which seems unlikely, she could pile up some Slams: there's a lot of parity on the WTA Tour, & we'll see if EB can be "one of the ones" to elevate into a star; still hard to tell who, if anyone will take charge, & we'll see what happens on clay; it's clear Rybakina is solid on hard/ grass courts, so the slow surface results will be interesting, where Swiatek is a proven commodity, but Elena looks good, very good.

[@jondishmonmusicandstuff2753]

shut up. You sound so stupid. smdh

[@onetwocue]

Rabykina was on another level. Iga played amazing also.

[@postive-vibes]

I thought Iga was wildly inconsistent in this match. Occasionally brilliant but often flat.

[@ajollypanda4175]

@@postive-vibes well when your opponent plays like this they put you under pressure and make it hard for you to not be inconsistent

[@MonicaHolly143]

@@postive-vibes her shots are flat becuz rybakina hit flat balls iga dont have the arm strength to hit the ball and put spin on it becuz rybakina shots are just too damn strong Iga played bad not becuz of her but becuz of rybakina

[@postive-vibes]

@@MonicaHolly143 Iga puts all kinds of topspin on her shots. The speed of Rybakina's shots the the court doesn't help Iga for sure.

[@stlouisramsfan03]

Rybakina's game reminds me of peak Kvitova. I call her the right-handed Kvitova. No wonder she too is a Wimbledon champion 🏆🥇

[@stlouisramsfan03]

@@scout7060 I loved seeing her get obliterated.

[@tennissir1986]

Not too many players can come back down 3 love and up a set to Iga and win the set/match.

[@djokerme9888]

The way Elena covers all court, and does so effortlessly, amazes me. She is so calm. Omg!

[@davidvscalvim2836]

Lol at the number of times Iga got wrong footed in this match.

[@kenmoreSF]

Now they will have no choice but letting Elena play on Rod Laver arena. Well done.

[@KH-sn2sj]

As long as Iga is serving like this, she'll almost always be at the mercy of a big hitter w/a huge ROS especially on the hard courts.

[@michellauzon4640]

It needs a big server at her best to beat Swiatek. A huge ROS is not sufficient for an average server.

[@KH-sn2sj]

@@michellauzon4640 I said what I said

[@tomsd8656]

@@michellauzon4640 Wrong. The serve is a huge weakness. First serve is only mediocre while second serve is way below average. Opponents are starting to take advantage of this weakness. But of course Swiatek can improve the serve. It's going to require a more efficient service mechanics. The one she's doing now is not gonna cut it.

[@louiszhuang8408]

You're absolutely right. I personally don't think Iga's serve can get into top 20. That's why she's so strong on clay but weak on grass. But I think serving requires a lot of talent. It's not something you can easily train and improve.

[@tomsd8656]

@@louiszhuang8408 I've seen even recreational players improving serve greatly, so no reason why Swiatek can't. But she needs the right coach for that. The service motion right now looks so bad. She has no confidence in the swing, and that's why the second serve is so weak and easily attacked by all the top players, if they are willing.

[@davidmarin6217]

I think Rybakina has the potential of becoming the next Steffi Graf. Obviously not comparing Graf’s game but Graf’s ambushing mental game. Ryba has the potential of many many Grand Slams.

[@jeremyborton8585]

Iga is the next Graf

[@djokerme9888]

I didn't see this coming, but again, Rybakina is a grand slam champion, so that's adds up. Haha

[@thomasmiles340]

Rybakina the shy assassin. As cool and refreshing as water ice during a heat wave. Cheers.

[@Schoonie7626]

glad to see elena happy, genuinely happy with her game and where' she is at in her mental attitude.

[@redfox14-ffox]

Nice to see Rybakina destroy Swiatek, Rybakina is a silent and humble assassin with deadly and powerful groundstrokes, serve and so refreshing to watch a player who does not need to scream or grunt obnoxiously when hitting the ball

[@ruiwang3270]

Rybakina being that tall and powerful. She's lethal ⚡⚡⚡

[@cybersecurity336]

the women's game is so beautiful to watch. Bravo!

[@UchihABitachi]

Swiatek’s extreme western fh is so hard to deal with & to time. We’ve seen her fh dominate & frustrate a lot of players bc I don’t think anyone on the tour have used an extreme western grip. It’s nice to see Rybakina can see & time the shot well to fight against Swiatek’s oppressive fh. Well done.

[@swerne01]

All Swiatek could do was watch the winners go by her.

[@tomlatenite8348]

It shouldn’t be too much of a surprise, Elena is really a #3 or forth seed. Iga new that too

[@pf5658]

Elena knocking Iga out in two straight sets. I’m loving this.

[@thanhvu7145]

I fell in love with Elena Rybakina , she is calm, she is beatiful , she play smart and can change the way to play to beat the opponent on the other side of the net , Iga Swiatek fast power but still one way ...any player can play faster power can beat her ( I see so far not many )

[@ciao_abhi]

Iga biggest weakness is her serve

[@FateofFallacy]

Except on clay her shots have no weight behind them

[@kecleonboi]

What serve?

[@djordjenikolic9059]

​@@kecleonboiwell she improved

[@djordjenikolic9059]

​@@FateofFallacyno weight? She is constructing points better than anyone else

[@FateofFallacy]

@@djordjenikolic9059 usually after RG things dip. The way she's looked recently I'm not confident about that claim going forward though

[@MsSimgo]

Bravo, Elena! I am so happy you beat Swiatek. I love your humbleness Stay like that!😍

[@Srbazo]

breath of fresh air i hope she wins few more slams

[@csracingreport2024]

It'll be interesting 2 see if A, she can avoid a SHARAPOVA stalling @ 1 Slam, which I tend to believe she will get around being so level - headed, and B, if she can get Majors on Clay; can she mix finesse w/ power on the slower surface, where Swiatek is a proven commodity? If the answer is YES, look out, because she's good to go on hard / grass courts from what everyone can see: Superwoman power in those arms.

[@ricknelson4721]

People are taking notice. I saw her beat Kenin the year Kenin won her grand slam. She will win others, no doubt. Wish she had won this one

[@littlecatfelix]

this is what i wanted to watch , someone that really show the Polish girl that she is a # 1 cause there are not better players than her till Elena's appears and with her composure , coldness and quietness will improve her game to became the real # 1 , good job Rybakina

[@paweldrzazga7700]

So Swiatek is not the "real" no 1? Let's ignore all of her achievements because she has been beaten...

[@fabriceregnaut3540]

Swiatek is all anger fighting to her max , Rybakina is calm and has a good margin of progress ; a good opposition in styles !

[@forever12449]

Rybakina somehow makes it look like she has so much time and space around the ball. 7.30 Swiatek is running around and Rybakina just looks chill af like she's on a practise court.

[@peter212]

Wimbledon Champion Rybakina is being disrespected by AO and it very telling of how they've marginalized her and her accomplishments.

[@cristiansarmas5807]

I just love Elena Rybakina! She’s a wonderful athlete, very composed and disciplined! I really hope she will win the tournament!😘

[@csracingreport2024]

she's BJORN BORG "ice cool" indeed; I think she's slightly more talented than SABALENKA, and it'll be, beyond Australia, to see how it pans out for both on Clay; it's clear Elena is solid on hard / grass, courts: very interested to see how it goes on the slower surfaces; but yes, EB is a scary prospect; Superwoman Kryptnotic power, great serve, calm approach; Cute too, lol

[@josephroach]

Elena plays with such ease.

[@veziomadrignani6098]

Rybakina , thank you , ti amo ❤

[@patrociolacic6088]

without hysterical screaming it's tennis in its purest form... thanks to these two EDUCATES ladies.

[@darrylem6157]

Great win! Was wondering who would be able to beat swiatek! It's a good lesson in humility for her.. Swiateks good but I see some arrogance which turns me away from her.

[@JG-vc8br]

I agree

[@saleemjuman308]

Omg, lga is a monster on court but she was outclassed in this game. Best defense is good offense, well done hats off to you 💛

[@sciencekid7565]

I’ve said about Iga’s weakness before. She needs more depth on her forehand & backhand. She improved her volleys at the net, but she had bad execution at the net in previous losses. Overall, Iga is a real deal & will be back.

[@amdm720]

I'm glad to see Iga out of the tournament. That extreme coiling and uncoiling of her forehand is hard for me to watch. Welldone Elena!

[@MrEnoch101]

loved watching this elena just silencing iga and playing a very smart and composed match, her wimby win was no fluke elena is a young talent and will be a multiple slam winner, really hoping she wins AO

[@deanryanmartin]

I regret it for not watching the entire match live. iga plays with a degree of flexibility expected from a World Number 1 like her. She adjusts her game well on the second set in which she is 3-0 up but elena rybakina never stops. Her powerful consistent groundstrokes make her win this match.

[@floydwilliams8595]

And a silent hush waves over the Iga crowd. Wimbledon Champion show her some love.

[@anseinueseima408]

this seems like men's tennis, the rhythm is insanely fast

[@davdmoi]

Elena, did extreme well went toe to toe with world number 1 woman tennis. IGA , may caught off surprise from her . She was little off balance during rallies. They will meet up many many times coming future. Great match on both ladies.

[@gopinathksgopinathks8514]

Elena just calm cool and collected

[@tomsd8656]

Opponents had started to take advantage of the Swiatek serve weakness. The first serve is only mediocre while the second serve is way below average. If that doesn't improve, Swiatek is not gonna be number 1 much longer.

[@csracingreport2024]

I'll be tougher for sure, particularly on hard / grass, where EB seems to be very comfortable: on Clay u can get around it, (slow 2nd serve), but w/ a power hitter like Elena & others, your point will be an issue @ some point on the slower surfaces, especially if EB combines finesse w/ that power, look out; the lack of a potent serve has been an Achilles heel on the WTA Tour for decades & Rybakina represents an Improvement & shift in that department by her & others in having that key weapon in one's arsenal, which speaks to your point; If the serve lacks punch, your time near or @ the top will evaporate, because it will be exploited; and you may get served off the court, which still isn't as common as past eras w/ the Men, where someone could serve 30 to 50 aces & send you packing.

[@arkhamraider4352]

Iga is not the unbeatable player the media and rest of the tour paint her to be. In 2023, Pegula and Rybakina have exposed the weaknesses in iga's game very well, and the other ladies would do well to take notes

[@AN-cy7xm]

Good match. I'm looking forward to seeing Rybakina doing great things in 2024. I like her whole vibe.

[@damnsamx2x27]

Now they will never put them in the same draw again. Congrats Elena!

[@iam2728]

after serena,,,, I am keeping my eye on Ryakina as my new serena....

[@vasilysizikov3302]

Елена, поздравляю! Удачи!

[@rajendranramasamythevar1813]

Each time iIGA is stronger during returning balls,,but today Ryba did the same thing ,when IGA is surprised watching ball coming back along her way, RYBA studied IGA,'s, game ,keep it up.

[@jouc12_75]

Iga needed to work on her serve during the off season and she didn't. This is the result from that.

[@Malachi...]

LETS GO ELENAAA❤️ HE🏒🏒 Yeahhhhhhh

[@carlosaraujo97]

Que bien que juega esta chica Elena Rybakina primera vez que la veo jugar, juega un tenis práctico pero a la vez efectivo.

[@meruertkuttybaikyzy9780]

Jaraisyn Elena 🎉 🙌🏻 🇰🇿 🇰🇿 🇰🇿

[@LuisSanchez-mz2eq]

Excelente 👏😍

[@Feeze2]

I'll be honest, I was never impressed with Swiatek's game. I knew it was only a matter of time before the other ladies realized how easy it is to pick her game apart. So far this year she's gotten dominated by Pegula. Rybakina just put her down in straights. It's too soon to tell but I don't think it's going to be a good year for her. The difference between this year and last is that more players have notched wins over her. The scouting report is going to be a little more detailed.

[@csracingreport2024]

U may be right: and even on Clay, where Swiatek is proven, and u can get around slower serving, that may become an issue sooner than later if EB & others begin to sharpen their skills, w/ a bit of finesse to go w/ the power to limit the fatigue factor

[@bradleyowusu9589]

Iga lost in her first two tournaments last year as well

[@ernar8926]

Rybakina beaten her before too

[@Berighteousone]

Iga is very beatable now.

[@jdcharlie]

Rybakina coming from the 3-0 lead in the 2nd round is one of life's proof that turnarounds happen

[@FloridaIndependent]

That is not turnaround. That is called the Real No. 1 player rested for a while. That's Steffi Graf style.

[@barbiedoll5766]

GO RYBAKINA!!!!!!!!!!

[@MoorishBrooklyn]

Rybakina was too overwhelming in this match.

[@brandonaldaymachuse6669]

I just love when iga gets destroyed. She looks so uncomfortable and frustrated 😅

[@Peace2humankind]

Go Rybakina!

[@berekeliel4205]

Wanna see finals with this girls, in AO next year and soon in RG

[@gustavopardo3]

Grande Elena, Kazajistán, tierra poderosa semi-eslava..!!!

[@jacklo325]

When rybakina is on, she is on point. When she is off, she is way off, not this time, sadly for Iga. Hope Iga will come back stronger and defend her points!

[@kimquiroga1989]

I can't blame Iga about loosing against Rybakina, she can't concentrate in front of her beauty 😂

[@bktradin]

my god this was brutal, she routined her...

[@UniversalMokenTroll]

Rybakina, a future No #1?

[@ЛюдмилаГероева-р1з]

Какая красивая девушка Елена!А Ига ходит согнув голову и без конца вытирает нос.

[@xqin1245]

Like both players. Elena deserves the win in this match by the way she played. Hope Elena will continue improving and be more consistent, and Iga to be more focused not letting rank No 1 being a burden or a reason for being arrogant.

[@AlexPenna55]

Why show slow motion replays 3 times and skip important pressure points like breaking iga in 5-4? This makes me sick

[@rn2511]

Elena is a beast. To handle Iga like this the others are soggy toast. It’s over! AO Champ 🙇🏽‍♀️

[@benthekeeshond545]

Anything can happen.

[@csracingreport2024]

U may be correct; the WTA Tour has tons of parity & EB & Sabalenka, who seem to be on a crash course to meet in the Final, may lose. but Elena's a smooth customer: Wicked Wonder Woman power, great serve; I'm curious to see how she does on Clay, where Swiatek is proven; if she can mix finesse w/ power on the slower strip, look out

[@quentincrisp6933]

So What did Iga work on during the off season?? Still has a mediocre serve and absolutely no net game. She's no longer going to win Majors with her athleticism and forehand !

[@chouavang2765]

Elana reminds me of kavitova

[@agatoncolango6083]

Swiatek keeps losing her balance and constantly flat footed by the sheer power of Rybakina's ground strokes. The world number 1 seems to lose her edge nowadays hopefully she can recover soon.

[@ahnguyen1]

Ryba will be 2023 AO Champion

[@squashduos1258]

Disappointed how Swiatek hit the last ball with a loser’s attitude…not sportsman like imo! I was surprised a number 1 player would do that! You loose with grace!!

[@biglebowski3961]

Swiatek lacks any kind of service game. Hard to win when you can't hold your serve. She also got overpowered today. Miserable performance from #1 seed

[@pawshands9706]

From a technical standpoint, these two are very different players. Iga pounces on everything without keeping her eyes on the ball, but maintaining control. Elena is much more polished and smooth with her power. The Iga serve has never been a weapon, but she places it beautifully. Elena's serve is powerful silk with minimal efforts. Yeah, I'll stick with Elena!

[@dariusbrock2351]

Congratulations Rybakina.