Barbora Krejcikova and Coco Gauff have advanced to the semi-finals of the 2024 WTA Finals, stunning tennis fans with impressive performances in their final round-robin matches. The two players secured their spots after a dramatic day of action in Shenzhen, with world No. 1 Iga Swiatek unexpectedly eliminated from contention.
Krejcikova, the Czech star, delivered a clinical display, edging out Swiatek in a thrilling encounter. With a mix of powerful groundstrokes and precise serving, Krejcikova’s 6-4, 7-5 victory over the Polish top seed was enough to seal her semi-final berth. Gauff, the American teenager, also kept her hopes alive, outlasting her opponent in a tense three-set battle, winning 6-4, 3-6, 6-3. Her aggressive baseline play and tenacity earned her a deserved spot in the last four.
Swiatek’s early exit marks a surprising turn in what has been an outstanding season for the Polish champion. Despite strong performances earlier in the tournament, she couldn’t overcome the challenge of Krejcikova, missing out on a chance to defend her WTA Finals title.
As the tournament heats up, all eyes will now be on Krejcikova and Gauff as they prepare for their semi-final clashes, with both players eager to claim a spot in the final.