The 24-year-old Polish may have as next opponent the Brazilian Bia Haddad (n.22), who will face Americana Amanda AniSimova (n.9) later (1) will face (1)
The Polish tennis player, number 2 in the world, beat Russian Ekaterina Alexandrova (n.12) on Monday (1) and qualified for the round of 16. Swiatk closed the game in 2 sets at 0, with partials of 6-3 and 6-1, in one hour and four minutes on the central court of Flushing Meadows, in.
The 24-year-old Polish may have as next Brazilian opponent (n.22), who will face Americana Amanda Anysimova on Monday (n.9).
Against Alexandrova, who first arrived at US Open’s round of 16 without losing a set, Swiatek had an inspired performance (Seven aces). “She started fast, but then I felt on my bubble, in my comfort zone,” said the Polish after the victory. “I’m happy with the quality of my game,” he added.
US Open champion in 2022, Swiatk advanced to the quarterfinals of all Grand Slams of the year for the first time in his career. “Each month is different, and I can play on any surface if I am confident in my game and my mind,” said the former number 1 in the world.
*With information from AFP
Posted by Nátaly Tenório
