Iga Swiatek eases past Jasmine Paolini to win third

Swiatek defeated Italian opponent 6-2, 6-1 in finalWorld No 1 secured fifth grand slam title in 68 minutes

In the aftermath of Iga Swiatek’s first grand slam title at the Covid-ravaged autumn Roland Garros in 2020, one of her primary emotions was confusion. Her victory had come so out of the blue, and the rush of attention so overwhelming, that it actually left her with many doubts. Swiatek had to prove to herself more than anyone else that her maiden win was not a “fluke” and she could establish herself as a champion on a consistent basis.

It is fair to say she has done a decent job. On Saturday, Swiatek continued her era of total, relentless dominance over Court Philippe-Chatrier as she completely overwhelmed Jasmine Paolini despite the Italian’s gutsy start, closing out her third consecutive Roland Garros title and fourth overall with an easy 6-2, 6-1 win in 68 minutes.