Iga Swiatek Rallies to Beat Pliskova in Three Sets, Secures Semifinal Spot at Stuttgart Open 2023

Fierce Competition on Display as Top-Ranked Swiatek Overcomes Pliskova's Challenge

Swiatek Shows Resilience, Advances to Semifinals

In a thrilling quarterfinal match at the 2023 Porsche Tennis Grand Prix in Stuttgart, world No. 1 Iga Swiatek overcame a strong challenge from former world No. 1 Karolina Pliskova, ultimately emerging victorious in a hard-fought three-set battle.

After dropping the first set 4-6 to Pliskova, Swiatek displayed her resilience and determination by storming back to win the second set 6-1. The third set was equally competitive, but Swiatek's superior stamina and shot-making ability allowed her to secure the win with a score of 6-2.

This victory marks Swiatek's 19th consecutive match win and sends her into the semifinals of the Stuttgart Open. She will now face either Paula Badosa or Liudmila Samsonova for a place in the final.