Iga Swiatek opened up about the unique atmosphere of her WTA Finals match in Riyadh, expressing that a smaller crowd actually suited her return to competition after a break. The Polish star, who has won four Grand Slam titles, admitted that the quieter setting felt more manageable for her first match after time off.
“Honestly, I think it was also comfortable for me because it was my first match after a break,” Swiatek shared after her victory. “The fact it wasn’t super crazy also made it kind of easier for me.”
Her comments come amid widespread discussion around the sparse attendance at the WTA Finals in Saudi Arabia, with some questioning the decision to host the prestigious tournament in a new, less tennis-centered location. The WTA’s decision to bring the season-ending event to Riyadh sparked debate, and Swiatek’s comments highlight the mixed reactions players are experiencing.
As she progresses further in the tournament, Swiatek remains focused on maintaining her rhythm, taking advantage of the quieter environment to ease back into form.
Iga Swiatek in 2024
Ranked no.2, the Pole played her last match on the 5th of November when she surrendered to world no.3 Cori Gauff 6-3 6-4 in the round robin in Riyadh (draw).
This year the Pole has achieved an overall 60-9 record. The Pole conquered 6 titles in 2024 in Australia, Doha, Indian Wells, Madrid, Rome and French Open.
Iga Swiatek will square off with the world no.6 Jessica Pegula in the Round Robin. Their record is 6-4 for Swiatek.
Iga clinched 6 titles in 2024 in Australia, Doha, Indian Wells, Madrid, Rome and French Open.
Swiatek won 23 titles in her career: 13 on hard courts and 10 on clay courts. (See the list of her titles)
Iga Swiatek |
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Iga Swiatek in 2024
At the moment ranked no.2, Iga played her last match on the 5th of November when she lost to world no.3 Cori Gauff 6-3 6-4 in the round robin in Riyadh (draw).
At the moment, during this season Iga has achieved a 60-9 win-loss record. Swiatek clinched 6 titles in 2024 in Australia, Doha, Indian Wells, Madrid, Rome and French Open.
Iga Swiatek will play the world no.6 Jessica Pegula in the Round Robin. Their actual head to head record is 6-4 for Swiatek.
Iga has won 6 titles in 2024 in Australia, Doha, Indian Wells, Madrid, Rome and French Open.
The Pole won 23 titles in her career: 13 on hard courts and 10 on clay courts. (See the list of her titles)
Iga Swiatek |
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