Iga Svyatek got off to a good start at the US Open and advanced to the second round after defeating Rebecca Peterson in straight sets 6-0, 6-1.

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Iga Sviatek in the second round of the US Open after an easy match

Iga Sviatek lived up to her status as the first-round favorite at Flashing Meadows.

The world leader surpassed Rebecca Peterson (86 WTA) and lost only one game in a match that lasted only 59 minutes.

She reached the second round of the tournament, where she will meet Daria Saville (322 WTA).

The 2023 US Open will be held from August 28 to September 10, and highlights from Flushing Meadows will be LiveText on HotNews.ro. Titled champions – Carlos Alcaraz and Iga Svyatek.