Iga Swiatek stumbles over Rafael Nadal quiz, Casper Ruud wants Carlos Alcaraz revenge - Rome Diary

Bianca gets her wish Bianca Andreescu’s name frequently comes up in conversation when people talk about players with high tennis IQ. Ad/> When in form, the 2019 US Open champion is not someone many players would want to face on a tennis court and on Wednesday, Andreescu was asked if she felt that way about any of her peers. WTA RomeSwiatek in elite company with 25-match run, relishing 'exciting' Andreescu clash4 HOURS AGO “I've been watching Iga (Swiatek) play, so I'm sure that's going to be pretty tough because she also likes to change the rhythm, she's a very strong fighter.

If I can play her sometime soon, that would be great,” responded the Canadian. Less than 24 hours later, both Andreescu and Swiatek won their respective matches in Rome to set up a highly-anticipated quarter-final, which will be their first meeting on the women’s tour. Andreescu, 21, and Swiatek, 20, faced off once in singles in juniors, and it was the latter who came out on top in three close sets.

There was a fun exchange between the duo on Wednesday as Swiatek had to walk through the interview room while Andreescu was conducting her press conference. “Get outta here. You had your moment, c'mon,” laughed Andreescu as Swiatek passed through.