Swiatek Dominates Tauson to Book Another Quarterfinal
World No. 1 Iga Swiatek showed why she’s the top seed, dispatching Clara Tauson 6-4, 6-1 in just 68 minutes. Swiatek’s aggressive return game and near-perfect first serve conversion (92% points won on first serve) left little room for the Dane to counter. Although Tauson managed to break Swiatek twice in the first 3 games of the encounter, the Pole quickly regained control each time.
Swiatek struck 18 winners and kept unforced errors low at 16, displaying the clean and clinical tennis that has defined her 2025 season. Her 4 aces and an impressive 63% return games won illustrate the balance of power and precision she brought to Court 1.
Tauson, unseeded but spirited, started well, even leveling the first set at 4-4. But Swiatek’s ability to win 3 of 5 break points at the end of the set and control the net (winning 4 out of 4 net points) flipped the momentum.
The second set was a rout, with Swiatek winning five consecutive games (after a game each) to close the match. Tauson simply couldn’t match her consistency and succumbed to the relentless pressure.
Swiatek, the defending champion, continues to look unbeatable on grass. With her dominance ratio of 1.86 and her ability to seize the big points (winning 45% of pressure points), she moves confidently into the quarterfinals. In doing so, she secured £240,000 in prize money.
Samsonova Outlasts Bouzas Maneiro in Tight Sets
Liudmila Samsonova kept her dream alive at Wimbledon with a hard-fought 7-5, 7-5 win over Spain’s Jessica Bouzas Maneiro. The Russian’s experience under pressure paid off in the key moments, even though Bouzas Maneiro made her work for every point.
Samsonova’s powerful serve was her biggest weapon, as she notched 4 aces and won 73% of her first-serve points. Bouzas Maneiro stayed aggressive, producing 21 winners to Samsonova’s 23 and forcing longer rallies than many expected.
Despite her lower ranking compared to the other contenders, Bouzas Maneiro showed grit and held serve well through much of the match. But she faltered at the business end of both sets, giving up crucial breaks that allowed Samsonova to close.
Liudmila Samsonova’s ability to win 67% of pressure points and save 75% of break points against her proved decisive. Her return game was particularly strong on second serves, where she won 64% of points compared to Bouzas Maneiro’s 52%.
With her trademark calm demeanor, Samsonova marches on, looking increasingly like a dark horse for the title. Her 53% total points won and ability to convert 5 of 9 break points underline her tactical discipline.
Mirra Andreeva Cruises Past Navarro With Authority
Mirra Andreeva was in no mood to be stopped as she swept aside Emma Navarro 6-2, 6-3 in just over 77 minutes. The teenager’s incredible composure and explosive groundstrokes were on full display as she took control from the outset.
Andreeva’s dominance ratio of 1.41 told the story — she kept Navarro on the defensive throughout, hitting 17 winners and pressuring her opponent into 23 unforced errors. Her serve, though not overpowering, was efficient, winning 72% of first-serve points.
Navarro, who has climbed steadily in the rankings this year, struggled to find her rhythm. She converted just 1 of 7 break points and only won 29% of her second-serve points, allowing Andreeva to attack at will.
Andreeva also shone in return games, winning 67% of Navarro’s service games and showing maturity beyond her years in handling big points. Her aggressive return (49% of first-return points won) left Navarro scrambling.
With her total of 63% points won, Andreeva has emerged as one of the most dangerous players left in the draw. She will head into the quarterfinals full of confidence and with the crowd starting to embrace her fearless play.
Bencic Edges Past Alexandrova in a Thriller
In one of the day’s most dramatic matches, Belinda Bencic held her nerve to beat Ekaterina Alexandrova 7-6, 6-4 after nearly two hours of relentless exchanges. Bencic’s mental toughness in the crucial moments was the difference.
The Swiss star, seeded and a former semifinalist, matched Alexandrova shot-for-shot, with both players winning 62% of their first-serve points and hitting an identical number of unforced errors (28).
The key was Bencic’s ability to convert 4 of her 6 break points while saving 8 of 11 on her own serve. Her return of second serves was particularly effective, winning 63% of those points compared to Alexandrova’s 47%.
Alexandrova started aggressively, hitting 29 winners to Bencic’s 24, but her inability to control the big points — winning just 29% of pressure points — ultimately cost her the match. Bencic, by contrast, won 71% of those moments and maintained her composure even when down break points.
Bencic’s experience and superior net play (winning 86% of her approaches) helped her seal the win and move into the quarterfinals. Her total of 53% points won shows just how narrow the margin was in this compelling contest.
Closing Thoughts
Monday’s Round of 16 action had it all: Swiatek’s brilliance, Samsonova’s grit, Mirra Andreeva’s swagger, and Bencic’s nerves of steel. The quarterfinals are now set to showcase some of the most exciting names in women’s tennis, featuring two seasoned champions — Aryna Sabalenka and Belinda Bencic — alongside six hungry newcomers.
The remaining players have shown they can handle the grass, the pressure, and the drama that Wimbledon demands. With every match tightening, the tournament promises even more fireworks as we head toward the semifinals.