Iga Ељwiд…tek - J. Aleksandrowa May 2026

Alexandrova often leads in aces, using her serve to keep Świątek on the defensive.

Their most recent major encounter in the Seoul final was a showcase of resilience. Despite being "blown off the court" in a 1-6 first set, Świątek clawed back to win 1-6, 7-6(3), 7-5. This victory was particularly significant as it marked the for the 24-year-old Pole, making her the first player born in the 2000s to reach that mark. Head-to-Head Evolution Iga ЕљwiД…tek - J. Aleksandrowa

Their matches have spanned across surfaces, from the fast hard courts of Doha and Miami to the grass of Bad Homburg. Tactical Breakdown Alexandrova often leads in aces, using her serve

While Świątek has historically led their head-to-head (currently 6-2 according to WTA Tour ), Alexandrova has proven she can disrupt the World No. 1’s rhythm. This victory was particularly significant as it marked

Alexandrova’s flat, powerful groundstrokes famously stunned Świątek in Miami 2024, where she secured a straight-sets upset.

Świątek’s ability to survive multiple break points—such as the two she saved at 4-all in the Seoul third set—remains her greatest asset against Alexandrova's aggressive baseline play.

The rivalry between Iga Świątek and Ekaterina Alexandrova has evolved into a fascinating tactical battle, recently highlighted by Świątek’s gritty victory at the 2025 Seoul Final.