Swiatek recovers from 0-6 start to beat Keys and set up Madrid semifinal vs. Gauff
- Iga Swiatek overcame a 0-6 first set loss to Madison Keys on April 30, 2025, at the Madrid Open quarterfinals to win 0-6, 6-3, 6-2 and reach the semifinals.
- Swiatek fell behind early due to Keys breaking her serve three times and dominating the first set, prompting a brief off-court break to regain composure.
- After steadying her performance, Swiatek mounted a comeback by capitalizing on Keys' unforced errors and shifted momentum by consistently returning the ball.
- Swiatek described the match during her on-court interview as an unusual experience, noting how she started off losing the first set 0-6 but managed to come back and secure the win.
- By winning, Swiatek extended her 4-0 clay record against Keys, kept alive her Madrid title defense, and will face Coco Gauff in the semifinals.
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Swiatek recovers from 0-6 start to beat Keys and set up Madrid semifinal vs. Gauff
Iga Swiatek has recovered from losing the first six games of the match to defeat Madison Keys 0-6, 6-3, 6-2 and stay on track to defend her title at the Madrid Open. Swiatek was overpowered by Keys early in their…
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