Top 5 contenders for US Open 2024 women’s title: Coco Gauff to face stiff challenge from Sabalenka, Swiatek
Iga Świątek heads into the tournament as the top seed and a strong favorite. The Polish star has enjoyed a dominant season, highlighted by her third consecutive French Open title. Her exceptional clay-court performance continued with a strong showing on hard courts, where she has proven her versatility.
However, her surprising exit at Wimbledon and a semifinal loss at the Olympics have shown that even the world’s best can be vulnerable. Despite these setbacks, Świątek’s consistency and ability to bounce back from losses makes her a crucial player to watch.
Coco Gauff, the defending US Open champion, will look to replicate her success from last year. Gauff’s season has been a rollercoaster, with highs and lows testing her resilience. She reached the quarterfinals of the Olympics, but her early exits in subsequent tournaments, including the Canadian and Cincinnati Opens, have raised questions about her current form.
