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Swiatek Saves Match Point to Level at 5-5 Against Osaka in Second-Round Roland Garros Thriller

May 29, 2024, 06:20 PM

In a gripping second-round match at Roland Garros, current World No. 1 Iga Swiatek faced former No. 1 Naomi Osaka. Swiatek saved a match point at 5-3 in the third set, breaking Osaka's serve to level the score at 5-5. Osaka, who had several opportunities to close out the match, was undone by unforced errors on crucial points, including missed short balls. The match, described as the 'Women's tennis match of the year,' saw Swiatek claw back from the brink of defeat, showcasing her resilience. At one point, Osaka led 5-4 and 4-5 in the final set.