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Ken Rosewall Arena: Iga Swiatek showcased her resilience and determination, overcoming Great Britain’s Katie Boulter 6-7(4), 6-1, 6-4 to secure Poland’s spot in the United Cup semifinals at Ken Rosewall Arena. Poland now have an unassailable 2-0 lead over Great Britain.

Swiatek’s win came on the heels of Hubert Hurkacz’s 7-6 (3), 7-5 straight-set victory against Billy Harris, sealing the tie for Poland and ensuring their place in the final four for the third consecutive year. Poland will now face Kazakhstan in a bid to reach their second straight United Cup final.

Swiatek’s clash with Boulter was their first career meeting, and it lived up to expectations. The opening set saw both players battling fiercely from the baseline. Swiatek’s early dominance - highlighted by a 3-0 lead and a marathon service game where she saved four break points - suggested the former World No.1 was in control.