Iga Swiatek’s Madrid Open run ended in the third round as illness forced her to quit against Ann Li while trailing 0‑3 in the decider.
The 2024 champion’s earliest exit in five appearances sends Li into a last‑16 clash with Leylah Fernandez.
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Elsewhere, Mirra Andreeva beat Dalma Galfi 6‑3, 6‑2 to face Anna Bondar, while defending champion Casper Ruud crushed Jaume Munar 6‑0, 6‑1 to continue his clay‑court dominance.
