Swiatek dispatched in first United Cup match of the season
Last year's runners-up, Poland, were making their United Cup 2025 debut.
Led by Iga Swiatek, the European nation is hoping to do at least as well this season. The current world number 2 opened the tournament against Norway.
In her first singles match since mid-November at the BJK Cup, Swiatek was up against Malene Helgo.
The Pole, who provoked a wave of reactions following her positive test for trimetazidine during Cincinnati, was largely dominant and conceded just one game in the match.
After 1h02 of play, Swiatek sealed the deal 6-1, 6-0, putting his team in a favourable position to win the match.
Next up is the clash between Casper Ruud and Hubert Hurkacz. Should the latter win, Poland will contest the final for first place against the Czech Republic, while Norway will officially withdraw from the competition.
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