Swiatek to face Pegula in Cincinnati Open semis after Rybakina injury
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Iga Swiatek has advanced to the Cincinnati Open semi-finals following the retirement of Elena Rybakina during their quarter-final match. Rybakina withdrew from the contest due to an ankle injury, securing Swiatek’s progression to the next round where she is set to face Jessica Pegula.
The retirement marks a setback for Rybakina, who was actively competing to overtake Aryna Sabalenka for the world number one ranking. The match concludes Rybakina's current campaign in Cincinnati, while Swiatek continues her run in the tournament.
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BBC Sport (GB)Focuses on the impact on Rybakina's world ranking pursuit
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