Iga Swiatek (POL) reaches the semi-finals of the 2026 US Open Women's Singles (approx. September 10–11, 2026, USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, confirmed by USTA or WTA)
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Published on 23. August 2026
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Predicted for 11. September 2026
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Based on: Statistical Pattern
Iga Swiatek enters the 2026 US Open on a nine-match winning streak: she won the National Bank Open Montreal (WTA 1000) and defeated Elena Rybakina en route to the Western & Southern Open semi-finals (Cincinnati, August 22, 2026). Kalshi and Covers.com rank Swiatek as the second-best favourite behind Sabalenka (Sabalenka win probability: ~26–30%). For a top player in this form, semi-final probability (top 4 from 32 draw positions) is ~50–55%. This prediction does not contradict the open Cassandra prediction 'Sabalenka wins the title' — both are consistent (Swiatek loses to Sabalenka in the SF). Also consistent with open prediction 'Rybakina reaches SF' — draw-half separation is possible. Risk: Swiatek's historically variable hard-court form post-clay season could surprise downside.
Data basis for this prediction
- covers.com / Yahoo Sports: US Open 2026 women's odds — Sabalenka favorite (~3.75), 'Swiatek surging into second spot' after winning National Bank Open Montreal (Aug. 2026)
- sportskeeda.com: 'Jessica Pegula vs. Iga Swiatek — Cincinnati Open 2026 SF' — Swiatek on 9-match win streak (22.08.2026)
- Kalshi.com: Iga Swiatek US Open 2026 odds/markets (Stand 23.08.2026)
- yahoo.com: 'US Open Tennis Odds 2026: Alcaraz Draws Closer to Sinner With News He Will Play' — Sinner withdrawal context, women's SF markets (Aug. 2026)
Verdict: Pending
This prediction is still open. It will be evaluated automatically against real-world sources after its due date.
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