Swiatek, Alexandrova Reach Qatar Open Semi-finals

Iga Swiatek, the three-time defending champion, advanced to the Qatar Open semifinals by defeating Elena Rybakina 6-2, 7-5. Despite Rybakina's initial lead in their head-to-head record, Swiatek overcame her to set up a semifinal clash with Jelena Ostapenko, who defeated Ons Jabeur 6-2, 6-2. Ekaterina Alexandrova also continued her impressive form, defeating Jessica Pegula 4-6, 6-1, 6-1, after eliminating world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka earlier in the tournament. Alexandrova will face Amanda Anisimova in the semifinals after Anisimova defeated Marta Kostyuk. Swiatek aims to secure her 23rd WTA title, and Alexandrova is on an eight-match winning streak, looking for her sixth career title.