Iga Swiatek is quietly making a statement at the 2025 Australian Open, and her fourth-round demolition of Eva Lys has firmly reminded everyone why she’s one of the best in the world. The WTA World No. 2 dismantled the German lucky loser 6-0, 6-1 in just over an hour, continuing her dominant march through the tournament.
Swiatek’s under-the-radar dominance
While much of the spotlight has been on Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff, Swiatek has been flying under the radar. With Sabalenka and Gauff set to clash in the other half of the draw, Swiatek’s path to the final seems less treacherous—and she’s making the most of it.
In her previous rounds, Swiatek annihilated Emma Raducanu (6-2, 6-0) and her third-round opponent (6-0, 6-1). Against Lys, she maintained that blistering form, delivering another masterclass in precision and power.
Lys’s Cinderella run ends
Lys’s journey to the fourth round was nothing short of a fairytale. After losing in the final round of qualifying, she entered the main draw as a lucky loser and defeated three Top-60 players, including Kimberly Birrell and Varvara Gracheva. However, her luck ran out against Swiatek, who showcased the gulf in class between a Top-2 player and a world No. 128.
Lys had previously faced Swiatek in Stuttgart, losing 6-1, 6-1, and this match wasn’t much different. Despite starting with two break points in the opening game, Lys couldn’t convert. From there, Swiatek turned the screws, hitting every corner of the court with ruthless efficiency. The first set ended 6-0, with Lys unable to hold serve even once.
Swiatek’s relentless march
The second set seemed destined for another bagel as Swiatek raced to a 3-0 lead. However, Lys fought valiantly to win her lone game of the match and even forced a marathon six-deuce game at 4-1. But Swiatek’s composure and firepower proved too much. She closed out the match with ease, sealing a 6-0, 6-1 victory.
A force to be reckoned with
Swiatek has now dropped just four games in her last three matches—a staggering display of dominance. With her fitness, precision, and mental toughness on full display, she looks poised for a deep run in Melbourne.
In the quarterfinals, Swiatek will face either Emma Navarro or Daria Kasatkina. If she continues her current form, she could find herself lifting the trophy at Rod Laver Arena, firmly silencing anyone who doubted her contender status.
