Iga Świątek claims Wimbledon women's singles title
10 News First · New
10 News First
New
Poland's Iga Svjontek made history by winning her first Wimbledon title, defeating her opponent without dropping a single game in the final. This rare 'double bagel' victory is only the second of its kind in the Open era for a women's final. Svjontek, previously not known for her success on grass courts, expressed surprise at her achievement and gratitude to her team for their support. Her American opponent admitted to nerves affecting her performance in her first Grand Slam final. In the men's doubles final, Australian Rinki Hidjikata and his Dutch partner were defeated in straight sets.
BreakdownGenerated by LeadStory AI
- Iga Svjontek won the Wimbledon women's final without dropping a game.
- The match was only the second double bagel in a women's final in the Open era. 14s
- Svjontek, not previously successful on grass, expressed surprise at her win. 18s
- Her American opponent struggled with nerves in her first Grand Slam final. 44s
- Australian Rinki Hidjikata and his partner lost in the men's doubles final. 1m 8s