Iga Swiatek provides US Open mixed doubles update
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Yardbarker on MSN'This is determination I've never seen before' - Casper Ruud exalts Iga Swiatek who offers insight on 'insane' turnover from Cincinnati final
The revamped US Open mixed doubles started yesterday at Flushing Meadows, with 16 pairs vieing for a chance to claim the title and $1 million winning cheque.
Iga Swiatek and Carlos Alcaraz underlined their hard court credentials ahead of the US Open with victories over Jasmine Paolini and Jannik Sinner respectively in the women's and men's singles tournaments at the Cincinnati Open.
Iga Swiatek and Jasmine Paolini will square off for the sixth time. Here's everything you need to know about the showdown.
Jasmine Paolini was one of the biggest storylines in 2024. The Italian player played the finals Roland Garros and Wimbledon last season. However, the potential didn’t come to fruition for most of 2025.
Iga Swiatek secured her spot in the Cincinnati Open final against Jasmine Paolini by defeating Elena Rybakina in straight sets, 7-5, 6-3. During the semi-final match on August 18, 2025, Świątek politely requested a camera operator to step back while she changed her top,
Lindsay Davenport suggested during her match commentary that the Cincinnati Open scheduling favored Iga Swiatek more than Elena Rybakina, and she did not find it fair.
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Yardbarker on MSN'Coaches need to focus on no more excuses': Rick Macci comes to Iga Swiatek's rescue amid criticism from Brad Gilbert for Cincinnati Open schedule
Iga Swiatek has showcased her class by returning to form in a phase where, historically, she has had a mixed record. The 24-year-old went through a lean patch of more than 12 months after winning the French Open in 2024.