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MNN Global · January 28, 2026 · 1 min read

Swiatek’s Grand Slam bid ends in Australian Open quarter-finals

What happened: Iga Swiatek was defeated by Elena Rybakina in the Australian Open quarter-finals, ending her attempt to win all four major tennis titles.

Why it matters:

  • Swiatek missed the chance to complete a career Grand Slam, a rare achievement in tennis.
  • The result advances Rybakina further in a major tournament, impacting rankings and competition.

MNN Take: Swiatek’s loss highlights the high level of competition at Grand Slam events and shows how challenging it is to win all four majors in a career.

Sources: BBC Sport