Iga Swiatek Dominates Madison Keys in Opening Match of 2025 WTA Finals
World No. 2 Iga Swiatek made a powerful statement in her opening round-robin match at the 2025 WTA Finals, cruising past American Madison Keys in commanding fashion. The 2023 WTA Finals champion needed just over an hour to seal a 6-1, 6-2 straight-sets victory, dropping only three games in a clinical performance that reminded everyone why she remains one of the most feared players on tour.
Swiatek came out firing from the very first game, dictating play with her signature heavy topspin forehand and relentless baseline pressure. Keys, who has not competed since her first-round exit at the US Open on August 25, struggled to find rhythm or consistency against Swiatek’s precise shot-making and impeccable movement.
The Polish star’s intensity never dipped, as she broke Keys multiple times in both sets and maintained total control throughout the match. With this dominant win, Swiatek sent an early warning to the rest of the field as she looks to reclaim the WTA Finals crown she last held in 2023.
“I wanted to start strong and set the tone,” Swiatek said after the match. “It’s always special to play here, and I’m happy with how I managed to stay focused and execute my game plan.”
With one foot already in the semifinals, Swiatek’s opening performance proves she’s in peak form — and ready to challenge reigning champion Coco Gauff for the 2025 title in Riyadh.
