Iga Swiatek secured the first set 6-3 against Podoroska, showing improved confidence after a challenging year. The eighth seed, who started with three holds to love, is looking strong as she moves into the second set.
Meanwhile, two-time former US Open champion Naomi Osaka is making a strong run as a wildcard contender. Having not won a title since 2021 and returning from maternity leave in 2024, Osaka has been building momentum and currently leads Siniakova 3-1, serving at 40-15 with her powerful pace troubling the Czech player. macnevers-and-co.beer
