Iga Świątek delivered a masterclass performance at the US Open, advancing to the third round by overpowering Japan’s Ena Shibahara in just 66 minutes. The World No. 1 showcased her dominance with an overwhelming 6-0, 6-1 win.
From the start, Świątek took control, breaking Shibahara’s serve in the second game and dominating the match. Her impeccable serving and relentless returns led to a swift 22-minute first set, where she won every game.
Shibahara briefly resisted in the second set, winning a 15-minute game to level at 1-1. However, Świątek quickly regained control, breaking serve again to lead 3-1 before cruising to a 6-1 victory and advancing to the next round.
🇵🇱 IGA ŚWIĄTEK W TRZECIEJ RUNDZIE! Polka pokonała Enę Shibaharę 6:0, 6:1. W kolejnej fazie zagra z Anastasią Pavlyuchenkovą lub Elisabettą Cocciaretto.
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🇬🇧 IGA ŚWIĄTEK IN THE R3! She beats Ena Shibahara 6:0, 6:1. For the R4… pic.twitter.com/0WpvXfcHM2
This commanding win further solidifies Świątek’s reputation as one of the world’s elite players. She will now face either Elisabetta Cocciaretto or Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova.
Iga Świątek – Ena Shibahara 2-0 (6-0, 6-1)