On Monday, Iga Świątek will play her first match at this year’s Roland Garros. The Polish player not only defends her title but has also triumphed in the last three editions of the tournament, making her performance highly anticipated by the tennis world.
As the competition kicks off on the Parisian courts, Świątek’s readiness remains uncertain. In her recent outings in Rome and Madrid, she did not perform at her best, and her last trophy was clinched a year ago at the French Open.
The form of the Polish athlete has been under scrutiny from international journalists and analysts. Notably, “The Washington Post” highlighted the uncertainty surrounding the women’s draw, particularly due to Świątek’s recent frustrations. The article mentioned, “The Olympic champion has not reached a final since winning the trophy at Roland Garros last year.”
However, there is a significant error in this analysis: Świątek does not hold an Olympic title. She was close to achieving this accolade last year but ultimately lost in the semifinals to Qinwen Zheng and left the French capital with a bronze medal. Additionally, four years prior in Tokyo, she was eliminated in the second round by Paula Badosa.
Despite these challenges, Świątek’s resilience and past accomplishments at Roland Garros suggest that she carries the potential to rise above her recent setbacks. Fans and analysts will be eager to see if the Polish star can overcome the pressures and deliver her best performance in the upcoming matches. Her journey serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of sports and the possibility of new triumphs even after facing difficulties.