Iga Swiatek entered the National Bank Open title match with confidence due to her impressive track record in WTA Tour final matches. The Polish seventh seed dominated Elena Rybakina in a 6-2, 6-3 victory under the evening lights at Sobeys Stadium in Toronto. Swiatek’s strategic play and strong net skills kept Rybakina on the defensive throughout the match.
With her win, Swiatek secured her 25th career WTA Tour title and a significant prize purse. This victory marked Swiatek’s first tournament win since last September and solidified her as the only player to claim a WTA 1000 title in each of the past six seasons.
Following Swiatek’s triumph, the doubles final saw Katerina Siniakova and Shuai Zhang defeating Sara Errani and Nicole Melichar-Martinez in straight sets. The top-seeded pair clinched the victory after an 80-minute battle against their third-seeded opponents.
Meanwhile, in the men’s competition, Ben Shelton retained his National Bank Open title by defeating Brandon Nakashima in an intense final. Shelton’s exceptional performance earned him his seventh career ATP Tour victory and elevated him to sixth in the tour’s rankings. The American player’s flawless serve and dominant play throughout the tournament showcased his prowess on the court.
Despite the success in Montreal, there are currently no plans to install a retractable roof at the Toronto tennis venue. Tournament director Karl Hale emphasized that the focus remains on enhancing the facilities in Montreal, where a new centre-court stadium project is underway.
Both the women’s and men’s tournaments faced weather challenges, leading organizers to make adjustments to accommodate the players and spectators. Despite these obstacles, the competitions were well-received, with the women’s event setting a new attendance record for WTA Toronto.
The proposed upgrades in Montreal aim to enhance the overall experience for players and fans, with discussions ongoing regarding funding and construction timelines. Tennis Canada is actively engaging with various stakeholders to bring these developments to fruition.