Coco Gauff, Iga Swiatek Set for United Cup Final

Coco Gauff and Iga Swiatek will face off in the United Cup final after both secured victories in their respective semi-finals in Sydney. Swiatek, the world No. 2, played a crucial role in Poland's triumph over Kazakhstan by defeating Elena Rybakina 7-6 (7/5), 6-4, giving Poland an unassailable lead. Gauff, ranked No. 3, dominated her match against Karolina Muchova 6-1, 6-4, while the men's match concluded bizarrely when Tomas Machac retired against Taylor Fritz due to cramps. Both players view the upcoming final as vital preparation for the Australian Open. Gauff expressed her focus throughout the match, while Swiatek acknowledged her initial struggles but rallied to secure the win. The final promises to be an exciting showdown between two of tennis's rising stars.