In one of the most dominant performances of her career, Coco Gauff crushed world No. 2 and defending champion Iga Świątek 6-1, 6-1 in just 64 minutes to reach the Madrid Open final, registering her first-ever clay-court victory over the Polish star.

The 20-year-old American was nearly flawless, dropping just two points on her first serve and not facing a single break point. Her relentless aggression and consistency forced Świątek into uncomfortable positions throughout the match.

“I was aggressive and played with margin,” Gauff explained after the match. “Maybe it wasn’t her best day, but I felt I made her uncomfortable. I’m proud of the way I played.”

The shocking defeat marked one of the worst losses of Świątek’s career, especially on her favored surface. According to the WTA, the only time she has won fewer games on clay was in a 6-1, 6-0 loss to Simona Halep at the 2019 French Open when she was just 18.

After holding serve in the opening game, Świątek lost 11 consecutive games, unable to match Gauff’s intensity or rhythm. Gauff’s serve, court coverage, and calm execution left Świątek searching for answers that never came.

With this emphatic win, Gauff advances to face world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in the final on Saturday. A victory would propel her to a new career-high ranking of world No. 2, leapfrogging Świątek in the standings.

This semifinal was more than a win — it was a statement from Coco Gauff, one that confirms her growing dominance on all surfaces and puts her in serious contention for future Grand Slam glory. As she prepares for the showdown against Sabalenka, fans around the world will be watching to see if the American star can cap off this stunning Madrid run with the title.