Swiatek still has 'nightmare' US Open tie against Bencic on her mind ahead of United Cup tie

Iga Swiatek is set to face Belinda Bencic at the United Cup today and she recalled their US Open clash from a few years ago branding it a nightmare.

It was a match that Bencic ended up winning but the tiebreak in that set is something that Swiatek will never be able to forget. It was an epic one that lasted 22 minutes and finished 12-10 for Bencic. Recalling that match before their United Cup clash, Swiatek explained how it will be on her mind:

"Well, playing against Belinda is always a challenge. I think I will remember our tiebreaker in the US Open that lasted like 22 minutes for rest of my life as a nightmare."

She further praised Bencic:

"No, I mean, she's such an experienced player. And she has a different game style than most of the girls. She's hitting the ball pretty early and you have to be ready for that, especially on a fast surface."