So far, the most important tournament in which Iga Świątek took part under the supervision of a new coach was the WTA Finals. They were not very successful for the Pole. She was eliminated in the group stage.
This is how Iga Świątek assesses the work of the new coach. “I have to give him a chance”
Currently Poland the tennis player is preparing to participate in the Grand Slam Australian Open. The year is off to a really good start. Together with the Polish national team, she has already reached… semi-final United Cup. There he waits for her game with Elena Rybakina. The White and Reds hope to win the competition this year. In 2024 it was close – the Polish team only suffered a defeat in 2024 final with Germany.
The organizers of the Australian Open talked to Iga Świątek. A short interview with the Polish tennis player appeared on the official channel YouTube tournament. In it, Iga told, among others: about his relationship with Aryna Sabalenka. There was also a question about her cooperation with Wim Fissett. As it turns out, unfortunately there has not been much time to introduce significant changes to our champion's game.
– We didn't have much time to work on my game. We started about 10 days before the WTA Finals. Then I had two tournaments in a row and a vacation, so I don't think we spent more than a month together on the court. I need to give him a chance to show how he works later in the season. I don't think there's any point in rushing things. I like his approach and how he communicates. Our relationship is great, she admitted.
– Honestly… it would be stupid for any coach to come in and change a lot. So we picked a few things we wanted to work on. I think it's a good method not to overdo it and continue the process I was already in – because I was already doing well – she added.
Despite their relatively short cooperation, will Wim Fissette be able to help Iga Świątek succeed at the Australian Open? We'll find out soon. The first Grand Slam tournament this year starts on January 12. Her best performance so far is the one from 2022. Then she reached the semi-finals.