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26 Aug 2025, 20:18

Iga Swiatek Started the US Open with a Smooth Victory Over Arango

  • Swiatek easily defeated Arango at the US Open
  • The next opponent for Swiatek is Suzan Lamens
  • Chance to return to the first place in the rankings

Iga Swiatek successfully began her journey at the US Open, achieving a convincing victory over Colombian Emiliana Arango with a score of 6-1, 6-2. The match lasted just an hour, and Swiatek, who holds the second place in the world rankings, dominated on the court, winning 23 out of 26 of her first serves.

This victory was an important step in her quest to win both the US Open and Wimbledon in the same year, something no woman has achieved since 2012 when it was accomplished by Serena Williams. Swiatek has a chance to regain her first place in the rankings if she wins the tournament, while Arina Sabalenka progresses to the quarterfinals.

In the next round, Swiatek will face Dutch player Suzan Lamens, who also won her match.

Tags: Sport/Tennis

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