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Swiatek, Osaka Advance at US Open

Former champions Iga Swiatek and Naomi Osaka advanced at the US Open on day five, with Swiatek taking the first set against Podoroska and Osaka leading Siniakova.

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