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Records are made to be broken—but apparently, Iga Swiatek prefers to obliterate them. The world No. 1 kicked off her US Open 2025 campaign in historic style, delivering a first-round masterclass that not only dismantled her opponent but also etched her name into the record books. In just under an hour of relentless, almost robotic dominance, Swiatek produced the kind of performance that makes tennis fans gasp, rivals shiver, and statisticians scramble.
So, what was the milestone? Swiatek broke the all-time record for the fewest games lost in a US Open opening-round victory—dropping a jaw-dropping zero. That’s right: a double-bagel, 6-0, 6-0, sealed with ruthless precision and that trademark Swiatek intensity. The Arthur Ashe crowd witnessed not just a win, but an outright demolition that will be replayed for years to come.
But it wasn’t just about the scoreline. The manner of the victory screamed dominance. Her footwork was electric, her returns venomous, and her forehand—a lethal whip-crack—left her opponent rooted more often than not. If there were any doubts about her form heading into New York, Swiatek vaporized them with a display that felt more like a warning shot than an opening-round warm-up.
The win also extended another remarkable streak: Swiatek now holds the record for most consecutive opening-round victories at Grand Slams without dropping a set, surpassing legends like Serena Williams and Steffi Graf. That’s elite company, and Swiatek looks increasingly comfortable belonging there.
The scary part? This is just round one. If she’s playing at this level so early in the tournament, the rest of the draw is officially on red alert. Aryna Sabalenka, Coco Gauff, Elena Rybakina—all of them know they’ll have to play the match of their lives to stop a Swiatek who looks sharper than ever.
For the fans, this was a treat. For her rivals, it was a nightmare preview of what’s to come. And for Iga Swiatek herself, it was the perfect statement: she’s not just here to defend her title—she’s here to dominate.
If this flawless start is anything to go by, US Open 2025 may well belong to Swiatek before it’s even begun. The queen of clay has just reminded everyone that she rules hard courts too—and history is already bowing at her feet.
Musa
