Match Details
- Fixture: Iga Świątek vs Belinda Bencic
- Date: Jul. 10, 2025
- Tournament: Wimbledon 2025
- Round: Semi-final
- Venue: London, Great Britain
- Category: Grand Slam
- Surface: Outdoor grass
- Live telecast: Tennis Channel and ESPN (USA), BBC, TNT Sports, Discovery+ (UK), TSN, and RDS (Canada)
Iga Świątek vs Belinda Bencic Preview
Iga Świątek secured a spot in her first-ever Wimbledon semifinal by overcoming Liudmila Samsonova 6–2, 7–5 in the quarterfinals. The win caps off a breakthrough season for the Polish player on grass. She currently holds an 8–1 win-loss record this year on the surface.
This includes reaching her first grass final in Bad Homburg, where she finished runner-up after losing to Jessica Pegula 6–4, 7–5. Świątek had a relatively quieter season, with no titles so far. However, she still secured notable positions in major events (SF at the Australian Open and Roland Garros), maintaining her World No. 4 rank.
Leaving her mark 👏@iga_swiatek | #Wimbledon pic.twitter.com/ZnZ9Jx3T3a
— wta (@WTA) July 9, 2025
Coming back from a maternity leave last year, Belinda Bencic currently stands on a surprising run at Wimbledon. She clinched her first Wimbledon quarterfinal berth in nine attempts, beating Ekaterina Alexandrova 7–6(4), 6–4. Bencic then edged 18‑year‑old Mirra Andreeva in two tight tie-break sets on Centre Court. Bencic’s comeback includes a February title at the Abu Dhabi Open, her first since becoming a mother.
Iga Świątek vs Belinda Bencic Head-to-Head
Świątek and Bencic have faced each other four times on the WTA Tour, with the former currently leading their rivalry 3–1.
Their most recent encounter was recorded in the fourth round at Wimbledon 2023. Świątek emerged victorious with a scoreline of 6–7(4), 7–6(2), 6–3 in a close-knit battle.
Iga Świątek vs Belinda Bencic Prediction
Świątek showcased a commendable transformation on grass this year. In 2025, she secured an 8–1 record on grass after reaching her first-ever grass‑court final at Bad Homburg and advancing to her maiden Wimbledon semifinal. Her baseline dominance, improved net play, and aggressive slice game make her a more well-rounded threat on turf.
Bencic, on the other hand, brings an all‑court style akin to Martina Hingis. She presents a perfect mix of a powerful first serve (up to 113 mph), sharp backhand winners, deft drop shots, and tactical intellect. She also became the only mother on the WTA tour to reach the singles quarterfinal at Wimbledon.
Świątek averages 2.27 aces per match with a 62.2% first‑serve percentage, converting an impressive 54% of break points in 2025. Her win‑loss sits at 35–11 across all surfaces. The Polish player was seen saving 14 of 16 break points en route to the quarters.
Bencic, with a season record of 21–10, registers 1.75 aces per match, a higher 66% first‑serve clip, but slightly more double faults (2.82). Her grass win percentage historically is 66.7%, and she converts 52% of break points. The early‑serve edge favors Bencic, but Świątek’s return game and break efficiency overpower her in the upcoming showdown.
Prediction: Swiatek to win in three sets
