Centre Court’s second Wimbledon women’s semifinal pits crafty Swiss veteran Belinda Bencic against multi‑Grand Slam champion Iga Swiatek, the No. 8 seed chasing her first Wimbledon final.
Bencic has impressed this fortnight with intelligent ball placement and calm, overcoming doubles specialist Elise Mertens and teenage sensation Mirra Andreeva in tight matches.
Swiatek has looked more comfortable than ever on grass, using her variety and timing to dismantle hard hitters like Samsonova and Collins.
Bencic vs. Swiatek Head-to‑Head
This is their first meeting since 2023, when Swiatek outlasted Bencic in a dramatic three-set battle in the Wimbledon Round of 16.
Swiatek leads the head-to-head 3–1, having won their last two encounters, asserting control with her improved grass-court play and all-surface dominance.
Swiatek has since grown dramatically, winning multiple Slams and gaining confidence across surfaces.
With both players at peak form, this matchup promises tactical depth and emotional intensity.
What to Watch
Court sense vs. rhythm: Bencic will aim to use angles and drop shots to disrupt Swiatek’s fluid game.
Early returns: Swiatek’s ability to neutralize serve returns could decide key momentum shifts.
Emotional control: Bencic’s comeback season has tested her mental strength; Swiatek must manage high-pressure moments too.
Prediction
Swiatek in three sets. Expect tight competition early, but Swiatek’s combination of movement, variation, and returning edge should ultimately prove decisive.
How to Watch Bencic vs. Swiatek
The Belinda Bencic–Iga Swiatek semifinal follows Sabalenka vs. Anisimova as the second match on Centre Court Thursday, and is currently scheduled to start at around 11:45 AM Eastern.
The match will air live on ESPN and stream on the ESPN app and website.
Belinda Bencic (35) vs. Iga Swiatek (8)
Time: 11:45 AM Eastern (after Sabalenka vs. Anisimova)
Court: Centre Court
TV: ESPN
Streaming: ESPN app and website, ESPN+, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, Sling TV, FuboTV
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