Formidable Iga Swiatek through to the Italian Open final as unbeaten run rocks on

The world number one was indomitable as she thrashed Aryna Sabalenka 6-2 6-1 to seal her place in the Italian Open final and continue the defence of her title. 

Swiatek is on the lookout for her eighth career title and appears unstoppable having won 40 of her last 41 sets.

Speaking after her latest victory, Swiatek told wta.com: "At these tournaments where we play day after day, we don't really get time to celebrate.

5th final in a row.

10th consecutive victory in Rome.

27-straight match wins.