Iga Swiatek put a stuttering start to her Wimbledon title defense firmly behind her by powering to a statement second-round victory over Karolina Pliskova, while Alexander Zverev also eased through on Thursday.
Reigning champion Swiatek, who struggled to hold back tears after battling past Taylor Townsend in the first round, was back to her ruthless best in a 6-1, 6-3 dismantling of former world number one Pliskova in 70 minutes.
"For sure, the first round was really emotional, but today I felt like it's another day at the office, I need to be ready, be sharp," said Swiatek.
The Pole, who has been inconsistent since winning her sixth Grand Slam title at the All England Club 12 months ago, will next face the Philippines' Alexandra Eala, who beat Serena Williams' first-round conqueror Maya Joint.
Pliskova, who returned to the tour this year after a long-term injury absence, was no match for the third seed.
