Sinner, Swiatek Advance, Swiatek Sets WTA Record at US Open

World number one Jannik Sinner launched his defense of the US Open title with a dominant first-round victory over Czech player Vit Kopriva, winning in straight sets. Sinner expressed excitement about returning to the tournament and his hope to become the first man since Roger Federer to repeat as US Open champion. Poland's Iga Swiatek, the favorite in the women's draw, also advanced comfortably by defeating Colombia's Emiliana Arango, extending her record to 65 consecutive WTA-level first-round wins, surpassing Monica Seles. Despite her strong performance, Swiatek's post-match press conference was largely focused on pop star Taylor Swift's engagement to NFL player Travis Kelce, a topic that delighted the self-proclaimed "Swiftie." The tournament is benefiting from a newly expanded 15-day schedule to accommodate more fans, and Sinner and Swiatek both face challenging opponents in the next rounds. Sinner's return follows his recent withdrawal from the Cincinnati Open final due to health issues, while Swiatek arrives in New York in excellent form after winning the Cincinnati tournament.