Danielle Collins v Iga Swiatek Extended Highlights (SF) | Australian Open 2022

Extended highlights as Danielle Collins takes on Iga Swiatek in the semifinal of the Australian Open 2022.
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[@tehatte]

Has there been any American player that didn’t go to a tennis academy in junior years and had to play at college level made it to a grand slam final? Very special! Super talented and superb strong will! Collins is one that tennis kids should look up to. She has proved that you don’t need to pay a lot of money for private lessons or training at a tennis academy to become a great tennis player.

[@yesyesyes729]

Didn’t know too much of her story but it’s awesome to hear this. Same for Williams sisters, McNally and Gauff..great great

[@shadowarcher3966]

Jen Brady made it to the Australian Open final last year

[@goraiders2266]

@@shadowarcher3966 she went to Evert

[@shadowarcher3966]

@@goraiders2266 nvm

[@seanbinder8316]

Great point it is refreshing to see someone actually get an education and be a great player.

[@teoc8124]

I've seen a handful of Danielle Collins matches, this one is by far the best performance I've seen from her, she wasn't missing anything. She will need to keep this level to have a chance against Barty in the final.

[@Q_from_Star_Trek]

a bit concerned about DC's volleyes and drop shots...they are not so good and AB will take advantage of that...

[@sumeursault]

YES! She might as well have said, "class dismissed" at the end there, lol. From a fellow St. Pete native: Well done Danielle Collins! The focus and intensity during this match was awe inspiring. Best of luck against Barty. But no matter the outcome, this is a wonderful achievement!

[@wheel631]

Love Danielle's game ... she puts so much pressure on that second serve it will even be a challenge for Barty ... should be a great final I like both of these players a lot

[@adiracquetball]

I've caught Danielle's matches over the years and I've seen some excellent performances but that was unbelievable. Iga has been playing very good tennis. She looked lost out there. She ran into an absolute beast of a performance! If DC can get close to that level this could be a classic final.

[@roybaty4785]

Wish we had Danielle in the final of Indian Wells against Iga tomorrow. That would be a good rematch and I'd be pulling for Danielle again.

[@leonardobraynen1524]

Iga used this as motivation to go on her 36 match win streak in 2022

[@thebigsquirrel50]

The love never ceases Iga 😔 Figured that serve would have issues vs Collins, that final will be *INTERESTING*

[@gerardpully762]

So very happy for Danielle´s great performance at AO. Those who have followed her always had confidence in her talent. Now, favored by a healthy condition, she has shown her true wares. Cheers!

[@OUTTAIDEAS88]

Haven't watched much of DC but she was definitely on fire here. Iga had no response.

[@rizwanramzan5729]

Collins has amazing groundstrokes!!

[@Orlando-Corea]

Danielle had a great run on the tour last year so I’m not at all surprised she’s made it this far. Her A Game is outstanding. Should be a great final.

[@Tommy-xt6st]

like all 4 players in the SF, no Osaka drama queen. Collins's win is sweeter. You gotta love her tennis story. From public court (if I am correct) to GS final. Her fierce attitude has tamed a little for the audience, but you can see she is fired up inside. I cannot pick a winner for the final.

[@alexanderm128]

@Housseyy Because she became the anti tennis all time example

[@Smartkid2387]

I didn’t expect such a comprehensive win by Collins. She definitely has a shot in the finals even with Ash playing so well.

[@Marvelerence]

Don't think so, the main reason Collins won was because she totally outpowered Iga(and I don't think Iga was expecting it). Barty has shown time and time again now that she can completely dismantle power players. I think Barty will easily win in straight sets again

[@cavaleer]

Yeah, her first strike ability is going to be interesting against Barty's versatility. I'm especially curious to see how she handles the slice.

[@jouc12_75]

@@Marvelerence I think you forgot Iga spend 3hrs in the heat the prior day.

[@SamSung-pn6il]

No she doesn't. She will choke.

[@kaialoha]

No one can handle a proper slice used properly. The new calculation required each and every time is fatiguing. ANY less than perfect reply and Barty runs around and drills her fh in a corner.

[@sayresrudy2644]

GREAT highlights! no bs, all tennis. thank you.

[@YouHaque]

Iga hitting to Danielle's backhand cost her key points and ultimately, the entire match.

[@birdboy2256]

I’m glad Danielle won. Somebody different for a change

[@ianwalden9865]

Love Danielle's game. It was like vintage Venus Williams - inspired all out aggression

[@kenmoreSF]

I love that she's all business-like, no grunt, no drama no fist pumping every single points she wins.

[@jasonmantri2658]

She grunts but

[@mikeh5244]

Actually she grunts and screams a lot when getting pumped up. Which is totally fine by the way.

[@YouHaque]

She's very vocal at times! I'm pretty concerned though that she she bashes her head with the raquet sometimes too

[@oza801]

When she grunts at another level- although rarely but she does like she is gibing a birth.

[@uletitlinger]

What? She is very well known for her come-on!

[@drewkoslow7754]

Amazing match by the steely Collins. So impressed with her intensity. She hardly celebrated after the match, as if to say "I'm not satisfied with what I've accomplished."

[@nemospence2724]

Yeah. She was telling herself, "Mission not yet accomplished"

[@squidgamer5264]

Swiatek is a tough opponent, congrats for the win Danielle !

[@FTSsjc]

Iga knew from the beginning this would be a tough one. I feel like she needs to power up a little, bigger women hit harder and then she is forced to play defensive. Even if she went to the finals the same scenario would play out against Barty. Hit the gym Iga, your tennis IQ is already pretty high, all you need is extra power!

[@yakzivz1104]

I could not say it any better than you. Iga needs to pump some iron and bring more power into her game.

[@bweb6]

If Iga had a high tennis IQ she would've avoided hitting balls to Collins' backhand during this match. Iga's second serve in particular and general reluctance to come to the net is also a problem.

[@RK-ti2qq]

Danielle playing that "take no prisoners" style of tennis.

[@jdas4160]

The title should’ve been ‘A tutorial on how to hit service return winner ’, IMO! 😃

[@backy9nut.417]

At least Iga kept very quiet in the second set , she knew she was not going to make it . Danniel 's game was very strong and improved, love to see she will get a trophy in her collection, wish all the best for you, Danniel. Blessings.

[@purrwise7061]

Swiatek has improved her game so much, especially her confidence! :)

[@redroad9949]

Swiatek had a very favorable draw (highest seed she met was #25 Kasatkina) and made the most of it. She kept it together in some tough fights and achieved more than I would have rated her to pre-tournament. She is working with a rather weak serve and almost no net game but has time on her side. Congratulations to Collins for playing out of her skin, and being able to sustain that degree of aggression at low error rates for an entire match. Great serve, strong on both flanks, especially the backhand. Barty has a far superior and more complete game than any of Collins opponents until now. Serves are accurate, varied and powerful. Collins will not be able to so easily dismiss them as she did Swiatek's. I expect Barty's low skiddy slice to the backhand to cause Collins difficulty: she cannot step in and drive over them into the ad corner (esp into the service box). Rallies will not be at a single tempo. It'll be harder to get into a groove. She'll be pulled to the net on occasion and her net game is untested so far. Should be an interesting battle. If Ash and Danielle play as they have, my money is on Barty winning in two close sets.

[@papaczolg]

Sure, the draw wasn't bad for Iga at all and she still has much potential to improve. Today she was absolutely dominated by Collins, who delivered a top-notch performance I was truly impressed with, especially by the way she put forward her plan A - excellent serve & return, she's so motivated and confident. But, writing that the highest seed Swiatek met was #25 Kasatkina is rather shallow. Her potential opponents included Sabalenka, Halep, Kvitova, Pavlyuchenkova; but they lost their matches to apparently 'inferior' opponents, who then Iga consistently (although not without trouble) dealt with. The depth is WTA is truly immense now... So, there certainly was an element of favourable circumstances to her route at 2022 AO, and her record against top-10 players has much to improve; but she does deserve credit for this semi-final. Again, congratulations to Danielle for this match and getting to the final, well-deserved, and generally an inspirational story of success!

[@Cindy-up2oj]

Ash Barty will win.

[@katrina854]

Who was the highest seed that Barty encountered?

[@katrina854]

I know, Pegula ranked 21. Hardly any difference.

[@papaczolg]

@@katrina854 good point.

[@itsmeforsure5475]

Collins is a tiger. Hopefully she can figure out the Barty serve. I was hoping for a Keys/Collins final but I got half. I've seen Iga lose the 1st and comeback so I was thinking she would come back and make it a 3 set battle but Collins is rolling. Compliments to both ladies.

[@jeffreykaufmann2867]

Collins was Serving big. Without a big serve its impossible to consistently win Slams.

[@JohnSmith-qp4bt]

Tiger, then later cougar?

[@AlaReDuS]

Tigress

[@TheNathanj2009]

A Keys Collins Final? Just ball bashing...thankfully it didn't happen

[@RonitaElease]

Congrats! I admire both these women. The growth and maturity maybe at different points but they're great competitors. Collins best of luck!

[@reneg1366]

Go Danielle, was hoping for an all American final, but will settle for Collins winning now. I hope she beats Barty

[@nicknguyen3019]

She will. Aussie 🤮🤮🤮🤮

[@jessicaruby1ify]

Come on Danielle! Take it all the way! You can do it!👏🏾👊🏾👍🏽🙏🏽

[@rupinjeremiah9589]

Towards the end she completely broke Iga physically, mentally emotionally! Look at the sheer power of her arms and her shots! If you see Danielle's strength training it is just scary!!

[@black_nebula]

Come on Danielle! Please don’t let this chance go! She’s on fire

[@user-be5qg7mr1s]

I like how Danielle dosen't scream like a banshee like Sabalenka.

[@axseelielfarizan2535]

COLLINS ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT GAME!!!! Lets go final!

[@itsmeforsure5475]

If you have not seen the Collins/Tauson match, ya got to watch it. It was a great match and Collins had to fight for most of her points, it did not come easy.

[@kirbonite]

She plays so well and without Grunting.. ! It's refreshing..

[@l.rongardner2150]

Collins has a killer backhand.

[@zbigniewwysocki9937]

Australia Open 17 stycznia 2024 roku i tym razem w drugiej rundzie, Iga Świątek, pokonała Colins 6:4 3:6 6:4. Iga fantastycznie walczyłaś masz charakter i wolę walki wyprowadzając w trzecim secie ze stanu 1:4, przy serwisie Colins na 1:5, aby ostatecznie wygrać tego seta 6:4 i zakończyć mecz zwycięstwem.

[@zweigackroyd7301]

Collins' on-court demeanor makes Giorgi look warm and approachable. I doubt that says anything about either of their personalities, of course. What a fighter, really well deserved. As others have noted, she didn't have a privileged background as so many tennis stars did.

[@binkyxz3]

Some players put on that "game face" to maintain their concentration and suspend the natural tendency to show compassion as their opponent becomes dejected.

[@11liamk1]

Danielle's feistiness use to annoy me but I've actually grown to enjoy watching her

[@kenmoreSF]

she toned down so much that it's hardly the same person.

[@johnsonchen7127]

so nice, a quite high quality tennis without screaming all the time. Bravo collins

[@mosart7025]

I couldn't believe how loud Nick K. was against Medvedev! I don't remember him being that guttural in other matches. Kinda Sharapova-ish, as far as being incredibly annoying.

[@simplebalanceastrology]

Grats to Collins - really captializing on iga's serve.

[@henriquelaydner4080]

A big shout out to both players, who have proved women can deliver a great tennis match without those annoying screams.

[@turnerturnerturner]

Danielle only screams as a tactic when she starts losing.

[@80sruler]

I like Iga quite a bit but she’s spending way too much time on defense and that serve doesn’t have much on it which is part of the reason she’s stuck just trying to get balls back

[@aheat3036]

Danielle Collins for the gold! 🇺🇸.

[@BoomerBaskins]

Wow. Danielle is on FIRE!!!!🔥🔥🔥 Without a coach!!!!!!

[@kenmoreSF]

and saves a lot of money for not having one. LOL

[@TheJhtlag]

same here, darn it.

[@phantomaq]

I had never seen Collins to play, she is very powerful, her groundstrokes put Iga on defensive most of the times . Before the match I thought Iga would win but Danielle was impressive. good luck for her in the final, it would be nice to have a new Champion of GS.

[@hwoarang2001]

This is going to be a hard fought final. Bring the popcorn and beers!

[@JACKDAWFISH]

Collins does have RA but that doesn't mean she has to act like she hates her opponent. I have to say it's hard to be on her side. Barty on the other hand is mature beyond her years. If Collins can't blow her off the court in the first 2 shots, Barty will win in straight sets.

[@pyotrrossetti]

If Barty beats Collins in the final she will have captured this grand slam title without facing any player in the top 20...and people criticized Raducanu's draw at last year's US Open.

[@jobuck879]

@@OUTTAIDEAS88 I thinks he’s talking about this years AO. Barry hasn’t faced anyone in the top 20 at this years AO not last years Wimbledon.

[@wlpc1919]

Stat boy

[@pyotrrossetti]

@@OUTTAIDEAS88 I meant for this slam like @Jo Buck87 said. Obviously she's had tough draws in the past.

[@dandecastro51]

Collins is live ranking number 10. And coming off a long injury, always ranked below her true level. As obviously seen...

[@villagranvicent]

Raducanu is a one-hit wonder, Barty has beaten pretty much all of them.

[@ucdlin]

Collins is fast and hits hard but that’s Ash’s favorite to dismantle (RIP keys). Ash will win in easy straights.

[@bmzaron713]

If there is ever another terminator movie, cast Danielle as T-X.. Locked in precision from first point to last..

[@milotxh]

wow what a crazy match, colins was on top of here game.

[@wenyuzhang6507]

All due respect, Swiatek's 2nd serves look abysmal, at least based on the highlights.

[@narcyznarcyz-uv4td]

Her service motion looks like , she had learned how to serve just yesterday

[@neivaldoduarte4576]

Caramba, Collins não deu um sorriso durante toda a partida. Não que ela fosse obrigada a isso, mas ela parece estar um pouco amarga. Venceu, e bem, à Iga Swiatek. Passou com certa facilidade para a final. Congrat, Collins and honorous mention to Iga Swiatek!!! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@ryanletemi]

women don't need to smile...we don't expect the same from men. she is a fierce competitor handling her business.

[@aliridwan10]

Collins' backhand shot is a BOOM!

[@angelaperezbarro8970]

so sad that Iga didn't make it to the final, but well done by Collins

[@MoorishBrooklyn]

Collins is focused.

[@pf5658]

I guess Collins is waiting to smile if she wins the tournament and she’s holding the trophy.

[@Menga213]

This was her last LOSS!! LOVE History!!

[@plutus2243]

The duration of both the women semis put together, totalled a little over 2 hours. The Meddy-Auger semis -- almost 5 hours. Not to worry, they all got paid the same 🙂

[@PatrickEvina4891]

The rules for men’s tennis aren’t consistent. Best of 5 for men’s singles but best of 3 for men’s doubles in Grand Slams. In smaller tournaments, they allow the best of 3 for men’s singles. It’s arbitrary. Why not go with the best of 5 for every tournament in singles and doubles? At least, the women’s side is consistent (best of 3 for singles and doubles at every tournament). It’s not the WTA’s fault if the ATP can’t choose between 5 and 3 sets at every tournament.

[@jameshampton5659]

Dude shut up. This comment is so tired

[@juandois6581]

@@jameshampton5659 ok SJW.

[@racketmeister3773]

Since changing from Prince to tecnifibre Swiateks game has suffered big time.

[@turnerturnerturner]

In what world

[@onetwocue]

Wow. Just amazing! Collins made Swiatek look like a small college/lesser known college player.

[@katrina854]

I happens but she will learn from it, no doubt.

[@kingaorlikowska6426]

Swiatek is just 20, hello

[@andyroo9381]

Tough loss for Iga. Danielle was in control of the match from start to finish.

[@Teddy_Gautier]

2:20 that commentary was so well timed lol

[@dr3dr349]

Danielle means business! she is a big threat when she is playing this well. She is easily a top 10 player when her game is consistent and her backhand is deadly!!! Glad to see her work is paying off. This should be a great final against barty!!!

[@roybaty4785]

I think she can beat anybody except probably an in-form Barty, but Barty has wilted in the Australian Open before so....go Danimal.

[@nmjh71601]

Omg! She is unstoppable 🔥🔥🔥

[@glommyan]

2:16 is my favorite moment of the entire AO22

[@nonchalantd]

so many beautiful shots

[@carlmorgan8452]

Just....WOW 🤗

[@billucf96]

wow...Collins backhand is devastating

[@croufus8987]

Kick Ass. You can Win A Major!!!

[@alexten9961]

I love Collins. She is so aggressive.

[@sportsmediaamerica]

Well, no doubt about that one. When you're hot you're hot, when you're not you're not. Danimal en fuego and bringing all her considerable skills to the semis. Can she do it vs. Barty is the question.

[@josephmanno4514]

Wow. Swiatek got pummeled. Barty might well be in a bit of trouble, though she's better at neutralizing power than is Iga. I think it's up to Collins. If she keeps her cool, she wins. If she gets frustrated, Barty dismantles her.

[@milaortiz6575]

damn she was dialed in for sure! nicely done

[@rupinjeremiah9589]

Towards the end she completely broke Iga physically, mentally emotionally! Look at the sheer power of her arms and her shots! If you see Danielle's strength training it is just scary!!

[@lynnettemutero4297]

well done DANIELLE COLLINS

[@ashleypipkin9187]

Who else is here to remind yourself what it’s like to see Iga lose?? No hate though!!

[@KC-pe8be]

Not sure why other players don’t study this, as it’s a master class of taking down the no 1

[@rangamurali7667]

Awesome returns

[@drfreedomthe3rdofhisname451]

The Australian Closed.

[@joselitoteixeirajesus7528]

Collins!!fantástico!!!simplesmente inacreditável pris comentaristas de tennis

[@elizabethsmani7711]

CONGRATULATIONS Collins

[@netgodzilla1]

Iga forehand motion is changing into more aggresive one. I think her old motion is quite good with more top spin that sometimes confused those WTA players. She won easily with her old FH against collins last year

[@pawelczaplinski5393]

Did anyone mention, that Iga had only 24h to recover from 3h battle with Kanepi? What does it tell you about organizer?!

[@jameshampton5659]

Danielle played the day before too. Iga should have lost yesterday anyway. Stop making excuses if it was meant to be she would’ve won

[@neoncoyote2008]

Compared to what I've observed in the past, currently Danielle's demeanor reminds me so much of young Chris Evert. Vanilla, no matter what happens. Don't let your opponent see you ruminating or celebrating. Way to keep it all under control.

[@Max-ti5nq]

Let's go Danielle!

[@getertk]

Colins really leans into her backhand. I liked how she has remained aggressive this whole tournament. Hoepfully, she can keep her level up in the final and at least give Barty a push or win.

[@preciousashimole6507]

Well done collins get that trophy good luck

[@jerzykryszczynski4892]

Gratulacje dla Collins . Gratulacje IGA ŚWIĄTEK jesteśmy z Tobą znakomity mecz i emocje 🇵🇱 POLAND . Życzymy zdrowia i wytrwałości oraz sukcesów .

[@hotchinahk]

The way Danielle Collins played at the Australian open, she should be No.2 player on tour as she was only player gave Ash Barty trouble.

[@doksh5740]

Congrats Collins💗💗💗

[@xtosssxts1032]

form THIS level of performance to the disgraceful behaviour on olympic court against Iga today. Such a shame.

[@stonew1927]

The girl looks FOCUSED! She ain't playin! If she plays like that in the final she stands a good chance to beat Barty! Although I think Barty's all around game will give her the edge.....

[@ajollypanda4175]

This is not the same collins...she had some nice big come ons in there but she is much more subdued-which is fine. She was so in the zone she barely celebrated making her first grand slam final. I worry for her vs barty though; barty has no weakness and the jump on her strokes and her serves are very uncomfortable to hit against.

[@PanamaVail]

. Cant believe tennis commentator Pam Shriver said Collins isn't athletic

[@tungt88]

@PanamaVail Pam is actually technically correct -- which is why Collins works around that, by stepping inside the court (especially on service returns), and being aggressive at, or inside the baseline, whenever possible (takes the ball early, puts pressure on opponents, runs less). At the pro level, you try to turn your weaknesses into strengths, and that's what Danielle does here.

[@emiliomora92]

Great highlights! Although I believe it would be nice not to spoil the result with the thumbnail.

[@dtv2031]

Those 2nd serves deserved to be punished.

[@osminreina8164]

De este encuentro tiene que salir la. CAMPEONA

[@bonzwah1]

I mean, Iga's match against kanepi was not promising, and she continued that form here today. I absolutely love iga's movement and scrambling, but I wonder if her racket setup need more power. she's so good at making solid contact while sliding and outstretched, but they her ball falls short, she can't maintain depth because she can't take a full swing.

[@badmaru6699]

Iga got lucky surviving kanepi

[@alng16]

Please don’t show the winner on THUMBNAIL..appreciating the extended highlights tho..Good job!

[@erikahansen6959]

Can’t wait to see her at Wimbledon. She looks like she could do some serve/volley action well.

[@rupinjeremiah9589]

Towards the end she completely broke Iga physically, mentally emotionally! Look at the sheer power of her arms and her shots! If you see Danielle's strength training it is just scary!!

[@grekmori5308]

This time, ignorance and broken intellect outweighed the enthusiasm of youth and respect for all athletes. I know ignorance leads to failure

[@benthekeeshond545]

Watching this again, Danielle played so well but she lost to Naomi at Miami. If Danielle could play at this level in Miami, she would have won against Naomi and went to the final and defeat Iga. Hopefully, Danielle will rebound. Danielle is calm and thoughtful. She has the game to be the #1 player.