August 9, 2025
By: Robyn White
Iga Świątek defeated Anastasia Potapova 6-1, 6-4 in the second round, booking her spot in the Round of 32. The contest lasted approximately 1 hour and 13 minutes in very hot conditions. Świątek’s aggressive play and strong serving set a clear tone.
Potapova raised her level, pushing Świątek with more sustained rallies and break-point opportunities. Still, Świątek held her composure—saving four out of five break points, including three while serving for the match—and closed out the set 6-4.
The victory extended Świątek’s streak to 64 consecutive opening-match wins at WTA tournaments—matching a record set by Monica Seles in the early ’90s.
She dispatched Potapova with polish and efficiency—then showed grit when the match tightened. Building on her Wimbledon triumph earlier in the summer, Świątek continues to assert herself as a multi-surface force to be reckoned with.
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Roscelle Griffin, a talented photographer from Johnson City, Tennessee, excelled as a women’s basketball player at the University of Louisville. Her passion for photography, ignited by her grandmother’s gift of a Polaroid camera, now drives her to capture moments that transport viewers into a world of boldness and excitement. Roscelle’s media company, 502 Media Now, specializes in sports videography and photography, showcasing the dynamic world of sports while also excelling in real estate, headshots, weddings, and events.
