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 is in New York chasing for the revamped US Open mixed doubles she is playing alongside Casper Ruud.

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 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.

Well, well, well. Look who’s back from the tennis wilderness. Iga Swiatek just reminded everyone why writing her off was about as smart as betting against a Polish powerhouse with a grudge.