"Swiatek Dominates in US Open Title Defense Opener"
Iga Swiatek, the world No. 1, began her US Open title defense with a dominant victory over Rebecca Peterson, winning 6-0, 6-1. Swiatek fired off 20 winners and four aces, setting up a second-round meeting with Daria Saville. Meanwhile, Maria Sakkari, the No. 8 seed, crashed out of the tournament, and Beatriz Haddad Maia battled past Sloane Stephens. Swiatek's first-round win showcased her strength and determination as she aims to retain her US Open title.