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2025 US Open Women’s Preview: Sabalenka, Swiatek, Gauff Among Favorites

Aryna Sabalenka, Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff have won the last three U.S. Open tournaments, so it’s fitting they’re the top three seeds.
2025 US Open Women’s Preview: Sabalenka, Swiatek, Gauff Among Favorites
Belarusian Aryna Sabalenka (R) greets American Coco Gauff after winning their semifinal match at the Australian Open in Melbourne on Jan. 25, 2024. Lillian Suwanrumpha/AFP
Ross Kelly
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The 2025 U.S. Open begins Sunday in New York, with the Women’s Final set for Sept. 6, and Aryna Sabalenka is clearly the one to beat.

The Belarusian enters as the defending women’s singles champion and is both the No. 1-ranked player in the world and the top seed in the draw.

Ross Kelly
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Ross Kelly is a sports journalist who has been published by ESPN, CBS and USA Today. He has also done statistical research for Stats Inc. and Synergy Sports Technology. A graduate of LSU, Ross resides in Houston.