As the Australian Open 2026 approaches its thrilling conclusion, four spots remain available in the semifinals for both men’s and women’s singles draws. This Wednesday promises to deliver high-stakes tennis, featuring matchups between top-seeded players and Grand Slam champions.
Kicking off Day 11 at Rod Laver Arena, the spotlight will be on the women’s No.2 seed, Iga Swiatek, who is set to face No.5 seed Elena Rybakina. Swiatek leads their head-to-head encounters with a record of 6-5; however, Rybakina holds the recent triumph, having defeated the Polish star during their last encounter in Melbourne, which took place in the round of 16 in 2023 when Rybakina made her way to the finals.
Rybakina emphasized her strategy ahead of the match, stating, “We played many times. Of course, I know that I need to stay aggressive and go for my shots. But definitely, my focus is on my serve, staying aggressive, and let’s see what’s going to happen.”
On the other hand, Swiatek is well-prepared for the challenge that lies ahead. “Rybakina has always been a tough opponent, and her tennis, for sure, is great,” she remarked. “I need to be 100 percent ready and go for it, using my experience and the knowledge from previous matches.”
Following this highly anticipated clash, the action will continue with an all-American battle between Jessica Pegula and Amanda Anisimova. Both players are eager to secure their first semifinal berth at the Australian Open. Pegula enters the contest with the upper hand, holding a 3-0 record against Anisimova in their past encounters. Nevertheless, Anisimova remains optimistic and determined to overturn that stat.
As the tournament progresses, anticipation builds for what each match will deliver, with fans eager to witness the remarkable talent on display and the potential for breathtaking moments on the court.