Canadian Open Semifinals Recap: Swiatek Beats Svitolina, Rybakina Defeats Goff

Tuesday’s semifinals at the Canadian Open delivered thrilling tennis action. In the first semi, Iga Swiatek overcame Alina Svitolina in three sets, 6‑3, 1‑6, 6‑3, despite a rain‑induced delay that pushed her onto the court an hour later than planned.

Swiatek started strong, breaking Svitolina’s serve early and taking the opening set. The Ukrainian responded with an aggressive second set, winning 6‑1. The final set saw Swiatek re‑assert control, breaking early and holding serve to clinch the match and her 14th WTA 1000 final berth.

The second semi featured Elena Rybakina versus American Coco Goff. After losing the first set 5‑7, Rybakina dominated the next two sets 6‑2, 6‑2, showcasing solid baseline exchanges and decisive break opportunities.

Both winners now advance to the women’s final in Toronto, promising a compelling contest for the championship.