Svitolina edges world no. 1 Swiatek to secure Wimbledon semifinal seat

ANKARA

Elina Svitolina edged world no. 1 Iga Swiatek to secure a Wimbledon ladies’ singles semifinal seat on Tuesday.

The Ukrainian survived against the Pole in three sets — 7-5, 6-7 (5) and 6-2.

The 28-year-old has played well in the tournament despite missing most of last season on maternity leave.

Svitolina will take on Marketa Vondrousova, who shocked world no. 4 Jessica Pegula in the quarterfinals on Tuesday to reach her maiden major semifinal.

The women’s singles semifinals will be held Thursday, while the final will be played Saturday.