Iga Swiatek has expressed her admiration for Aryna Sabalenka, highlighting their rivalry as a significant boost for the WTA Tour. Since Ashleigh Barty’s retirement, Swiatek and Sabalenka have been the most successful players on the Tour, and their rivalry is considered one of the best in women’s tennis.
Swiatek shared her thoughts on their rivalry, saying, “What do I think about Aryna? That’s a tough one (laughs). I’ll be diplomatic. No, I’m kidding. It’s nice to have such a great athlete as an opponent. We’re both pushing each other and we’re both creating some great entertainment sometimes when we’re playing against each other. I think we are something WTA has been kind of missing for a while because we have this great rivalry, and the fans are excited every time they see both of us. I think it’s great that we play tennis so well and just push each other, and that’s really helpful, for sure, in anybody’s career to have an opponent like that.”
Their head-to-head record is impressive, with Swiatek leading 8-4. They have faced each other in several high-stakes matches, including the finals of the Madrid Open and Rome, with Swiatek winning the latter two encounters. Despite their competitive nature, Swiatek and Sabalenka have developed a friendly rapport off the court, often seen enjoying each other’s company during tournaments.
Swiatek’s comments reflect the excitement and respect that their rivalry brings to the WTA Tour, making it a thrilling spectacle for fans and a motivating force for both players.
Iga Swiatek in 2025
Currently the world no.2, the Pole played her last match on the 23rd
of January when she lost to world no.6 Madison Keys 5-7 6-1 7-6(8) in the semifinal of the Australian Open (draw).At present, during this year the Pole achieved an overall 9-2 win-loss record. Iga Swiatek’s best achievement of this season was reaching the final in Australia.
Aryna Sabalenka in 2025
Currently the world no.1, the Belarussian played her last match on the 25th of January when she lost to world no.6 Madison Keys 6-3 2-6 7-5 in the final of the Australian Open (draw).
Currently, during this season Aryna achieved an overall 11-1 record. Aryna clinched 1 title in Brisbane. Aryna got to the final at the Australian Open.
Iga Swiatek and Aryna Sabalenka played each other 12 times. Their head to head is 8-4 for Swiatek.