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Iga Swiatek Stunned by Magda Linette at Miami Open
Iga Swiatek, the number two seed, was defeated by Magda Linette in the second round of the Miami Open. Linette overcame Swiatek, winning 1-6, 7-5, 6-3.
Iga Swiatek, the reigning Wimbledon champion and world number two, experienced an unexpected defeat in the Miami Open's second round. Fellow Polish competitor Magda Linette, ranked 50th globally, beat Swiatek. Linette's victory came after trailing in the round of 64 match held Friday. Swiatek, who won the tournament in 2022, has faced challenges in the 2026 season. Her 2026 season began with a quarter-final exit at the Australian Open.
Key Facts
- Iga Swiatek lost to Magda Linette in the Miami Open's second round.
- Linette is ranked 50th in the world.
- The match score was 1-6, 7-5, 6-3.
- Swiatek won the Miami Open in 2022.
- Swiatek exited the 2026 Australian Open in the quarter-finals.
- Elena Rybakina beat Swiatek in the Australian Open quarter-final.
- Maria Sakkari defeated Swiatek at the Qatar Open quarter-final.
- Elina Svitolina defeated Swiatek in the Indian Wells Open quarter-final.