Swiatek storms previous Gauff into San Diego semifinals

World primary Iga Swiatek stormed into the semifinals of the San Diego Open with a 6-0, 6-3 thrashing of American Coco Gauff, transferring a step nearer to claiming an eighth ladies's title in 2022.

Swiatek delivered a dominant show on Friday, needing simply 65 minutes to dismiss the eighth-ranked 18-year-old.

At one stage, a double-bagel exit regarded a definite risk as Swiatek led 6-0, 2-0 and 0-30 on Gauff's serve, earlier than the American managed to carry and stem the circulation of factors in opposition to her.

Gauff held serve two extra instances however was damaged as soon as once more as Swiatek progressed to her eleventh semifinal of the yr.

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"I used to be completely happy I used to be in a position to preserve my focus. When it is going properly, it is actually exhausting to maintain focus and play that very same stage of tennis," mentioned Swiatek, whose seven titles this yr embrace two grand slams - the French and US Opens.

"I am feeling higher, day-after-day is a brand new day to get some expertise on these courts. The jet lag is getting higher, and staying up tonight will assist me struggle it."

Swiatek subsequent takes on American fourth seed Jessica Pegula, who beat compatriot Madison Keys 6-4, 7-5 earlier on Friday.

"I haven't got any expectations, I am simply attempting to be relaxed and play my sport," Swiatek mentioned.

"I am completely happy I'll face Jessica, as a result of we at all times play such stable matches with nice rallies, actually bodily."

American Danielle Collins will play Spanish second seed Paula Badosa in a while Friday, with the winner occurring to face Croatian Donna Vekic within the different semifinal.