Iga Swiatek, the world No. 1, advanced to the fourth round of the U.S. Open with a 6-4, 6-2 victory over 25th seed Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova, showcasing a near-flawless performance at Arthur Ashe Stadium. Swiatek, who has not faced a break in her last 17 service games, emphasized her focus on her own game despite the challenges posed by her opponent. The 2022 champion will next face No. 16 seed Liudmila Samsonova, against whom she has a perfect 3-0 record. The match marked Swiatek's fourth consecutive appearance in the round of 16 at the U.S. Open, solidifying her status in the tournament. Her solid performance follows a series of disappointing results in earlier tournaments, including a bronze medal at the Paris Olympics and an early Wimbledon exit. Swiatek's consistent play and mental focus seem to be key as she aims to reclaim her title.