Aryna Sabalenka defeated Priscilla Hon 6–3, 6–3 in the first round of the US Open on hard court on 26 August 2024, advancing as the overwhelming pre-match favourite with odds of 1.02 to Hon's 26.64. The Belarusian second seed dispatched the Australian qualifier in straight sets, demonstrating clinical efficiency across both frames. Sabalenka's dominant performance underscored her status as a major contender at Flushing Meadows, where she would continue her campaign in the subsequent rounds.