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The US Open women's draw opens this Sunday with defending champion Coco Gauff and Iga Swiatek positioned to capitalize on weaknesses among top seeds Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina, creating an unusually competitive field.
Iga Swiatek overpowered Diana Shnaider 6-2 6-1 at the Canadian Open in Toronto, advancing to the semi-finals. The dominant performance provides encouragement for the Polish player as she rebuilds after a difficult season.
Iga Swiatek captured her first title of 2024 with a commanding performance against Elena Rybakina at the National Bank Open in Toronto, defeating the world number two 6-2, 6-3.