Ajla Tomljanovic of Australia takes on Karolina Muchova of the Czech Republic on Tuesday in the opening round of the 2022 US Open.
Despite a disappointing performance at Roland Garros last month, Halep has been performing consistently in grass competitions.
The 24-year-old from Japan won in straight sets for the second day in a row, this time against 13th seed Angelique Kerber 6-2, 6-3.
Swiss Tennis star Belinda Bencic tested positive for COVID-19 after a trip to Abu Dhabi .
No.5 seed Svitolina eases her way into the third round in Paris, while American sensation Stephens overcomes No.9 seed Pliskova in straight sets.
The Czech star continues her fine 2021 form, beating World No.2 Osaka in three sets.