Jelena Ostapenko continued her remarkable streak against Iga Swiatek with a hard-fought victory in the quarterfinals of the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix in Stuttgart. The Latvian star secured a 6-3, 3-6, 6-2 win, extending her head-to-head record against the Polish player to an impressive 6-0.
After the match, Ostapenko was asked about her unique success against Swiatek. When presented with the question, “Which statement is more correct: she hates to play you, or you like to play her?” Ostapenko humorously replied, “I think both,” accompanied by a laugh. Her lighthearted response highlighted the competitive yet respectful dynamic between the two players.
Ostapenko’s ability to consistently outperform Swiatek, a five-time Grand Slam champion, has been a topic of intrigue in the tennis world. Her aggressive playing style and mental resilience have proven to be a challenging combination for Swiatek to overcome.
As Ostapenko advances to the semifinals, her performance in Stuttgart reinforces her reputation as a formidable competitor on any surface. Fans eagerly await her next match, where she will aim to continue her impressive run in the tournament.
Ostapenko after beating Swiatek in Stuttgart
“No one else has beaten Iga 6 times in a row. Which statement is more correct.. She hates to play you or you like to play her?”
Jelena: “I think both” 😂
— The Tennis Letter (@TheTennisLetter) April 19, 2025
Jelena Ostapenko in 2025
Now the world no.24, Jelena played her last match on the 17th of April when she overcame world no.11 Emma Navarro 7-5 3-6 6-2 in the 2nd round in Stuttgart (draw).
During this season Ostapenko achieved a 9-9 record. Jelena Ostapenko’s best achievement of the present year was reaching the final in Doha.
