Iga Świątek vs Danielle Collins in Rome – When Is the Match?

Italian clay is once again heating up the tennis world! Iga Świątek faces Danielle Collins today in the third round of the WTA 1000 tournament in Rome. Check when Świątek plays, where to watch the match, and why this clash is generating so much excitement!

Iga Świątek – leader and favourite at the Rome tournament

Iga Świątek, currently the world number two, returns to the courts in Rome as the defending champion and one of the main favourites to win. In her first match of this year’s edition, she crushed Italy’s Elisabetta Cocciaretto, losing just one game – a display of strength that confirms the Pole’s excellent form.

Iga Świątek’s key achievements

• 4-time Roland Garros champion (2020, 2022, 2023, 2024)
• US Open 2022 winner
• 22 WTA and 7 ITF titles
• 125 weeks as WTA world number one – seventh place in history5

Danielle Collins – a rival with character

Danielle Collins is a player known for her fighting spirit and unpredictability. In Rome she has already beaten Elena Gabriela Ruse, and her matches against Iga Świątek always deliver extra drama.

Świątek–Collins head-to-head history

Their previous meetings have been marked by tension. At the Paris Olympics, Collins accused Iga of dishonesty after a controversial incident on court. These events are only adding fuel to the atmosphere before today’s match.

When does Iga Świątek play? What time is the match against Collins?

The Iga Świątek – Danielle Collins match in the third round of the WTA Rome event will take place on Saturday, 10 May 2025, no earlier than 1:00 PM. The match is scheduled as the second of the day on Center Court.

Where to watch the match?

• Live coverage: PolsatSport.pl, Przegląd Sportowy

Collins wins the 1st set 6-1 against Iga Swiatek in Rome.

One of the best sets of tennis Danielle has played in a while.

Utterly flawless. pic.twitter.com/pChDchVtQO

— The Tennis Letter (@TheTennisLetter) May 10, 2025

Statystyki serwisowe mówią wszystko.

Iga Świątek w pierwszym secie bez punktu zaczepienia. Na szczęście gra się do dwóch wygranych setów, ale trzeba poprawić te wskaźniki, bo aktualnie Collins nie jest zmuszona do wielkiego wysiłku.#czasnatenis pic.twitter.com/kc6g9KNGEz

— Szymon Przybysz (@SzymiPrzybysz) May 10, 2025

Why is this clash worth watching?

This match is not only a duel between two excellent tennis players, but also a clash of temperaments and sporting ambitions. Iga Świątek is in outstanding form and wants to confirm her dominance on clay, but Danielle Collins can surprise even the best. Who will come out on top? The answer comes this afternoon!

• Iga Świątek plays Danielle Collins on Saturday, 10 May, no earlier than 1:00 PM in Rome.
• This meeting promises to be exceptionally exciting – both on the court and in terms of the relationship between the players.
• The match can be watched live on Canal+ Sport and followed in online coverage.

Don’t miss it! When does Iga Świątek play? Today, and excitement is guaranteed!