Iga Świątek she was a definite favorite of the meeting with Jamie Loeb. For the American, it was only the second appearance in the Grand Slam main event. The previous one was six years ago, also in New York. The 26-year-old did not give up, but did not even have a single chance to break. The Polish woman served well and finally won her first meeting at this year’s US Open 6: 3, 6: 4.
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“US Open will be a real test for Iga Świątek”
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– There are no easy matches in the Grand Slam. In addition, the first rounds are difficult when you play the favorite, and I’m learning it all the time. Today I was a bit nervous, but this victory will give me confidence – said Świątek after the meeting with Loeb.
A more difficult task for Iga Świątek in the second round of US Open. A rival known from the Australian Open
In the second round of this year US Open Iga Świątek will play against Fiona Ferro. The French in the first round of the tournament confidently defeated the Japanese Nao Hibino 6: 1, 6: 4. The 24-year-old is definitely lower than the Polish woman – she is only 74th in the WTA ranking. Both tennis players have faced each other only once. It took place in February in the third round of the Australian Open. At that time, Świątek was the top player, who won 6: 4, 6: 3.
Iga Świątek reached at least the fourth round in each of the three Grand Slam tournaments held this year. At this stage, she completed her participation in the Australian Open and Wimbledon. At the French Open, where she defended her title from last year, she managed to reach the quarter-finals.
Where and when to watch the meeting of Iga Świątek – Fiona Ferro?
The duel of the second round of the US Open between Iga Świątek and Fiona Ferro will take place on Thursday, September 2. The exact time at which both players will appear on the court is not yet known. The broadcast of this meeting will be available on the Eurosport 1 channel and online on the Eurosport Player.
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