Iga Świątek defeated Angelique Kerber in the final of the United Cup, a WTA 250 event on hard court, with a dominant 6–3, 6–0 victory on 7 January 2024. Świątek's commanding performance saw her claim the opening set convincingly before dismantling Kerber in the second, dropping just three games across the match. The Polish world number one reasserted her authority on the hard court surface, delivering a masterclass in control and consistency against the German veteran. This triumph marked a significant statement of intent at the start of 2024 for Świątek, who continued her ascent in the season's early weeks.