Iga Świątek is a Polish tennis sensation, born on May 31, 2001. She has dominated the WTA rankings, holding the No. 1 position for a remarkable 125 weeks, placing her seventh on the all-time list. Świątek has won five Grand Slam singles titles, including four French Opens and one US Open. She has claimed 22 singles titles, with ten WTA 1000 victories. In 2024, she made history as the first Polish tennis player to win an Olympic medal, securing bronze at the Paris Summer Olympics. Known for her powerful and strategic play, Świątek continues to dominate the tennis world.
Full Name: Iga Natalia Świątek
Date of Birth: May 31, 2001
Nationality: Polish
Birthplace: Warsaw, Poland
Playing Style: Right-handed, with a two-handed backhand
Turned Pro: 2016
World Ranking: No. 1 (WTA Singles, as of 2024)
Grand Slam Titles: 5 singles titles (4 French Open, 1 US Open)
Olympic Achievement: Bronze medal in singles at the 2024 Paris Olympics
Notable Achievements: 22 career singles titles, including 10 WTA 1000 titles
Tournament | Round | Opponent | Result |
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WTA Finals Riyadh | Round 1 | C. Gauff (USA) | 3-6, 4-6 |
WTA Finals Riyadh | Round 1 | D. Kasatkina (RUS) | 6-1, 6-0 |
WTA Finals Riyadh | Round 1 | B. Krejcikova (CZE) | 4-6, 7-5, 6-2 |
US Open | Quarterfinals | J. Pegula (USA) | 2-6, 4-6 |
US Open | Round 16 | L. Samsonova (RUS) | 6-4, 6-1 |
US Open | Round 32 | A. Pavlyuchenkova (RUS) | 6-4, 6-2 |
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