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The world number three, Coco Gauff, thwarted Polish star Iga Swiatek in the 2025 United Cup Finals on January 5 at Ken Rosewall Arena. This was one of the biggest wins for the USA star in this tournament, and this win boosts the solid preparation for the 2025 Australian Open, slated to take place from January 12 in Melbourne.
Tennis star player Iga Swiatek isn't holding back at all as she reflects on the trajectory of world number three Coco Gauff ahead of their much-anticipated 2025 United Cup final thriller. Notably, Team USA was on the brink of securing the title after 2023, while Poland aimed to bounce back after their narrow loss last year.
Notably, the two-star players have showcased stellar performances throughout the 2025 United Cup, leading their side by winning all the singles matches leading up to this pivotal thriller. This game was set to feature not just their highlight of the game but also a thrilling duel between Taylor Fritz and Hubert Hurkacz, alongside their thrilling mixed doubles game.
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What are head-to-head records between Gauff and Swiatek?
The world number two, Iga, enters this crucial game with an upper hand, boasting an impressive 11-2 record against Gauff in the previous meeting, while Gauff claimed the win in their last face-off at the 2024 WTA Finals, with a scoreline of 6-3, 6-4. In the same vein, the Polish star has opened up about her feelings of facing the American star in the final thriller.
"And against Coco, you know, she's playing great, I think. I mean, I haven't watched, but Coco is. I think at this stage she’s developing every month, and it's going to be also a nice challenge, and, you know, I'm happy with my game. I can kind of play without expectations and just push for more, as I did today. I'll be happy anyway if I do, like, the same kind of work I did today, no matter the result. So I'll focus on myself," Iga Swaitek said ahead of the game.