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Iga Swiatek Extends Streak to 64 Opening Match Wins

8/10/2025

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Iga Swiatek, the No. 3 seed, showcased her dominance at the Cincinnati Open, overpowering Anastasia Potapova 6-1, 6-4 to reach the round of 32. Next up is No. 25 seed Marta Kostyuk, who cruised past Tatjana Maria 6-0, 6-1. With this win, Swiatek extends her remarkable streak to 64 consecutive opening match victories, a feat last accomplished by the legendary Monica Seles.

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Story summary

Iga Swiatek, the No. 3 seed, showcased her dominance at the Cincinnati Open, overpowering Anastasia Potapova 6-1, 6-4 to reach the round of 32. Next up is No. 25 seed Marta Kostyuk, who cruised past Tatjana Maria 6-0, 6-1. With this win, Swiatek extends her remarkable streak to 64 consecutive opening match victories, a feat last accomplished by the legendary Monica Seles.