In the world of tennis, Iga Świątek has been making waves with her incredible performances and achievements. As we celebrate her success, we take a look back at her most notable moments from the past year.
The Best of Iga Plebiscite
Our „Best of Iga” plebiscite, now in its third edition, aims to recognize Świątek’s outstanding achievements in the world of tennis. We asked our experts and readers to vote for their favorite moments from her past year. The results are in, and we’re excited to share them with you!
Best Match
In the „Best Match” category, both our experts and readers agreed that Świątek’s thrilling encounter with Aryna Sabalenka in the final of the WTA 1000 tournament in Madryt was the most memorable. This grueling match saw Świątek emerge victorious, defeating Sabalenka 7:5, 4:6, 7:6 (9-7) after three hours of intense play.
Greatest Success
When it comes to Świątek’s greatest success, our readers and experts were unified in their choice: her Roland Garros triumph. This marked her third consecutive win at the French Open, and her fourth overall (including her 2020 victory). Her dominance on the Parisian courts is undeniable, and she has proven herself to be a force to be reckoned with in the tennis world.
Most Important Statement
We also asked our readers and experts to choose the most important statement made by Świątek in the past year. The majority agreed that her comments about the need for changes in the WTA calendar were the most significant. During an interview in Cincinnati, Świątek expressed her concerns about thepacked schedule, stating, „I think we have too many tournaments in the season. It’s not going to end well. It makes tennis less enjoyable for us. We deserve to rest a bit more.” This sentiment resonated with many, highlighting the need for a more balanced schedule in the world of tennis.
Greatest Challenge
Finally, we asked our readers and experts to choose the greatest challenge Świątek faced in the past year. An overwhelming 72% of voters agreed that the positive doping test result was the most significant challenge she faced. This incident saw her banned from playing for a month, resulting in her dropping to second place in the world rankings.
As we look back on Świątek’s incredible year, it’s clear that she has faced many challenges and overcome them with determination and skill. With her name etched in the history books as one of the greatest tennis players of all time, we can’t wait to see what the future holds for this talented athlete.
Some interesting statistics to note:
* Świątek won 4 WTA 1000 titles in a single season, a feat only achieved by Serena Williams before her.
* She holds the record for the most wins on clay courts in a single season, with 36 victories.
* Świątek has been ranked number one in the world for a record 24 weeks in a single season.
Sources:
* WTA Tour
* ATP Tour
* Sport.pl
* ESPN
By celebrating Świątek’s achievements and recognizing her challenges, we hope to inspire a new generation of tennis enthusiasts and acknowledge the hard work and dedication required to reach the top of this demanding sport.