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    Iga Świątek Falls to Ekaterina Alexandrova in WTA 1000 Miami

    Polish tennis star Iga Świątek suffered a tough loss against Ekaterina Alexandrova in the WTA 1000 Miami tournament’s fourth round, with scores of 4-6, 2-6. This marked Świątek’s first defeat at this level since 2021.

    Facing challenges from the outset, Świątek struggled to find her rhythm against Alexandrova, who displayed an impressive performance with 31 winners and 27 unforced errors. Despite Świątek’s efforts, she managed only 11 effective finishing shots.

    Alexandrova broke Świątek’s serve three times, dominating the match with breaks in the opening game and two more in the second set. In contrast, Świątek had just one break point opportunity, which she failed to capitalize on.

    Although this defeat is a setback for Świątek, it serves as a learning experience as she continues her journey in professional tennis. As fans await her future performances, Świątek’s resilience and determination are expected to shine through, enabling her to bounce back stronger.

    Iga Świątek – Ekaterina Alexandrova 0-2 (4-6, 2-6)

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