Swiatek Wins US Open First Round Over Arango

Iga Swiatek, the second seed and 2022 US Open champion, began her 2025 US Open campaign with a commanding 6-1, 6-2 victory over Colombia's Emiliana Arango at Arthur Ashe Stadium. Swiatek dominated the match by hitting 26 winners and facing no break points, overcoming bright sunlight conditions with precision and composure. The 24-year-old Wimbledon champion and Cincinnati Open winner maintained her strong form and will face either Suzan Lamens of the Netherlands or Valerie Glozman of the United States in the second round. Swiatek expressed appreciation for the support from her Polish fans and acknowledged the challenge of settling into the tournament rhythm. Arango, making her US Open main draw debut, showed moments of frustration as Swiatek capitalized on key opportunities to break serve multiple times. This marks a continuation of Swiatek's hot streak as she aims for her second US Open title, reinforcing her status as the bookmakers' favorite.