Iga Świątek
Modern-day queen of clay
A trailblazer on the tennis court, Polish tennis player Iga Świątek has quickly made her mark on the sport with powerful performances and an unwavering dedication to her craft.
Coming back from winning a Grand Slam [at Roland-Garros] is always tricky so I needed to stay composed and focused on the goals. This tournament [US Open] was really challenging. It’s New York, it’s loud, it’s so crazy. I’m so proud that I could handle it mentally.
Iga Świątek
Breaking barriers
Iga Świątek’s career is marked by exceptional achievements at a young age.
In 2020, she triumphed at Roland-Garros to become the first Polish player to win a Grand Slam® singles title. Her dynamic playing style and strategic acumen have garnered her international acclaim.
From emerging talent to topping the world rankings
Carving her path to success, Iga Świątek began her tennis journey in Poland’s capital Warsaw, where her early talent shone brightly.
She made waves on the junior circuit, in 2018 claiming the Wimbledon junior singles title, the girls doubles crown at Roland-Garros and doubles gold at the Youth Olympic Games in Buenos Aires. Her transition to the professional circuit was seamless, highlighted by her historic victory at Roland-Garros two years later, becoming the youngest singles champion since 2005.
Świątek has gone on to claim multiple Grand Slam® singles titles, winning Roland-Garros again in 2022, 2023 and 2024 as well as the US Open in 2022. Her powerful style and mental fortitude have been key to her success.
A player who excels on clay and hard courts, Świątek has cemented her place at the top of the world rankings.
Iga Świątek became a Rolex Testimonee in 2021.
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