Iga Swiatek reflected on her Stuttgart Open win against Elise Mertens in a press conference, expressing satisfaction with her defensive play and focus during long rallies on clay courts. She acknowledged the psychological challenge of expecting shots to be winners and the importance of being ready for the next ball.
Swiatek also discussed the changing landscape of dominant players in women’s tennis and her role in it. During the conference, Swiatek previewed a potential matchup against Emma Raducanu, acknowledging her improving form and the need to adjust tactics and movements for clay courts. Swiatek recalled their past clay court match being challenging and expected no easy victory if they faced each other again. She concluded by expressing her reliance on her coach for guidance in preparing for the match.
Swiatek in Stuttgart, ranking, and results in 2024
At the moment ranked no.1, Swiatek has managed to achieve a 25-3 win-loss record in 2024. The Pole is playing in Stuttgart where she bested the world no.30 Elise Mertens 6-3 6-4.
Iga Swiatek will fight against the world no.303 Emma Raducanu in the quarter on Friday at 5:00 pm on Centre Court. Their record is 2-0 for Swiatek.
The Pole has won 3 titles in 2024 in Australia, Doha and Indian Wells.
Iga won 20 titles in her career: 13 on hard courts and 7 on clay courts. (See the list of her titles)
Swiatek is scheduled to play next in Madrid (Mutua Madrid Open). She will start the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 22nd of April.
