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Iga Świątek rallies to advance in Canadian Open quarterfinals

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 2:08 AM

Last updated Aug 9, 2026

Iga Świątek rallies to advance in Canadian Open quarterfinals

Summary

Iga Świątek has advanced to the quarterfinals of the 2026 Canadian Open after defeating Marta Kostyuk 3-6, 6-1, 6-2. After losing the first set, Świątek refocused and staged a comeback, showcasing her mental resilience. She will face No. 15 seed Diana Shnaider next, who recently defeated Jessica Pegula. Świątek expressed satisfaction at observing her opponent's frustration during the match but maintained her focus on her performance.

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By the Numbers

•Iga Świątek staged a comeback against Marta Kostyuk.
•Match lasted just over two hours.
•Świątek will face Diana Shnaider in the next round.
•She previously lost the first set but asserted her strategy.
•The victory marks a significant moment in her season.

Latest Updates

2:08 AMYahoo Sports — ‘A Little Satisfying’ – Iga Świątek Opens Up About Watching Opponents Lose Their Composure After Toronto Win

What they're saying

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Iga Świątek has advanced to the quarterfinals of the 2026 Canadian Open after staging an impressive comeback against Marta Kostyuk. Following her win, the Pole shed light on her mindset during the challenging encounter and revealed how she dealt with witnessing her opponent’s frustration.
— Yahoo Sports

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