- Swiatek defeats Collins 6-4, 3-6, 6-4 to reach third round
- Polish world No 1 mounts extraordinary comeback in third set
From the moment the Australian Open draw was dealt last week, there was little doubt that a wild ride awaited world No 1 Iga Swiatek, after so many difficult opponents were drawn into her section. Of all her potential difficulties, no first-week foe seemed as dangerous as Danielle Collins.
In the face of one of the most destructive ball strikers on the tour though, Swiatek spectacularly managed both her emotions and the moment as she pulled off one of the most brilliant comebacks of her career. After trailing by a double break in the final set, Swiatek roared back to defeat Collins 6-4, 3-6, 6-4 to reach the third round of the Australian Open.