Iga Świątek’s sensational victory against Caroline Garcia has propelled Poland into the final of the United Cup, marking a historic milestone for the national team. Her stellar performance, securing a 4-6, 6-1, 6-1 win sealed Poland’s triumph over France.
Poland’s journey through the group stage was marked by dominance. Consecutive victories against Brazil with a convincing 3-0 and Spain with a 2-1 win showcased their early prowess. The quarterfinals witnessed another dominant display as they effortlessly dispatched the Chinese team with a flawless 3-0 victory.
Transitioning from Perth to Sydney for the semifinals, Hubert Hurkacz set the stage with an impressive performance against Adrian Mannarino, displaying remarkable skills on serves and maintaining relentless pressure. His 6-3, 7-5 win laid a solid foundation for Poland’s charge.
🇵🇱 HUBERT HURKACZ DAJE PROWADZENIE! Polak pokonał Adriana Mannarino 6:3, 7:5.
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🇬🇧 HUBERT HURKACZ GIVES THE LEAD! He beats Adrian Mannarino 6:3, 7:5.
🇵🇱 1⃣➖0⃣ 🇫🇷
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Following Hurkacz’s triumph, Świątek faced Garcia, initially echoing a familiar narrative with comfortable wins in the early sets. However, Garcia’s unexpected comeback in the seventh game posed a challenge, breaking Świątek’s serve. Despite this setback, Świątek bounced back emphatically, securing convincing 6-1 victories in subsequent sets, steering the match to a victorious conclusion.
🇵🇱 POLSKA W FINALE UNITED CUP! Co za powrót Igi Świątek! Liderka rankingu WTA pokonała Caroline Garcię 4:6, 6:1, 6:1.
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🇬🇧 TEAM POLAND IN THE FINAL! What a comeback from Iga Świątek! She beats Caroline Garcia 4:6, 6:1, 6:1.
🇵🇱 2⃣➖0⃣ 🇫🇷
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Poland’s advancement to the United Cup final was sealed with a resounding 3-0 victory over France, culminating in the mixed doubles. Katarzyna Kawa and Jan Zieliński displayed exceptional teamwork, overpowering Elixane Lechemia and Edouard Roger-Vasselin with a commanding 6-3, 6-3 win.
🇵🇱 Katarzyna Kawa i Jan Zieliński pokonali parę Elixane Lechemia/Edouard Roger-Vasselin 6:3, 6:3! Brawo drużyna!
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🇬🇧 Katarzyna Kawa and Jan Zieliński beat Elixane Lechemia/Edouard Roger-Vasselin 6:3, 6:3!
🇵🇱 3⃣➖0⃣ 🇫🇷
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On January 7th, the white-and-red Polish team awaits their championship title clash against either the Australians or the Germans.