Iga Świątek defeated Suzan Lamens 6-3, 6-2 in a round-robin match at the United Cup on hard court on 7 January 2026. The Polish world number one dominated the Dutch qualifier throughout, securing an emphatic victory that underscored her status as the tournament favourite. Świątek's commanding performance in both sets demonstrated the gulf in class between the two players, with Lamens unable to mount sustained pressure against her opponent's superior court coverage and shot-making. The decisive nature of the result—a double-break advantage in the second set—reflected Świątek's early-season form as she builds momentum ahead of the Australian Open. The victory advances Świątek through the group stage with a perfect record.