Can Serena Williams maintain her dominance against Sloane Stephens?

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Serena Williams is set to face Sloane Stephens in the US Open fourth round.

Defending champion Serena Williams advanced to the US Open fourth round after defeating Yaroslava Shvedova 6-3, 6-1. She is scheduled to play fellow American Sloane Stephens, who secured her spot by defeating Jamie Hampton 6-1, 6-3.
Serena Williams's Path to the Fourth Round

Serena Williams, the world number one and top seed at 31 years old, demonstrated a strong performance against Shvedova. She achieved the sole service break in the first set during the sixth game and immediately followed by breaking Shvedova’s serve in the opening game of the second set, ultimately cruising to victory. Shvedova, ranked 78th, had reached the third round having lost only six games in her previous matches.
Sloane Stephens's Advancement

Sloane Stephens, a 20-year-old seeded 15th, also progressed without significant difficulty. Her victory over compatriot Jamie Hampton was decisive, with scores of 6-1, 6-3. This win marks Stephens's entry into the round of 16, setting up a notable match against the experienced Williams.
Previous Encounters Between Williams and Stephens

This upcoming match is not the first encounter between the two American players. Sloane Stephens had previously defeated Serena Williams in the quarter-finals of the Australian Open earlier in the year. Additionally, Williams had won against Stephens in the Brisbane quarter-finals two weeks prior to the Australian Open.
Player Perspectives on the Upcoming Match

Both players have expressed anticipation for their fourth-round clash. Serena Williams acknowledged the challenge, stating that Sloane Stephens is playing well and that the match will be tough, but she expressed pride in having an American in the quarter-finals. Sloane Stephens described the upcoming match as potentially "epic" and looks forward to the contest, acknowledging Williams's status as one of the greatest players and her aggressive, intense style of play.

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