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Iga Świątek delivered a masterclass against Magdalena Frech in the first round at Wuhan. The world No. 9 Polish player defeated her compatriot, world No. 56, with a 6-2, 6-1 scoreline.
The Wuhan Open court witnessed a masterclass from Iga Świątek on Wednesday, October 14 at 05:10. Facing her compatriot Magdalena Frech, the world No. 9 quickly took control of the match. From the first exchanges, the Polish player imposed a high tempo, using the power of her game to dictate play. Frech, ranked world No. 56, never managed to find an effective response, coming under pressure from the outset.
The final score of 6-2, 6-1 highlights the gap between the two players. Świątek shone with the precision of her shots, particularly her backhand and serve, while Frech made numerous unforced errors. Despite a few attempts at resistance, the world No. 56 never managed to settle into the match, allowing Świątek to cruise to a swift victory.
This performance underscores Iga Świątek’s consistency on the WTA Tour, where she continues to establish herself as a top contender. For Frech, this Wuhan match will likely serve as both a lesson and an opportunity to grow against the elite of women’s tennis.
*Magdalena Frech (Poland) and Iga Świątek (Poland) faced off in a singles match at the Wuhan Open on October 14, 2026.*
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