Iga Swiatek has faced criticism in recent months after receiving only a 1-month ban for testing positive for trimetazidine (TMZ), a banned heart medication. Her relationship with sports psychologist Daria Abramowicz has also been scrutinized.
"As public figures, we can't react to everything that happens," Swiatek said after her Wimbledon 2025 triumph. "Over the past few months, the way the media, especially in Poland, has portrayed me and my team hasn't been pleasant."
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Iga Swiatek celebrates a point during her final victory against Anisimova on Centre Court, London, UK, 12/7/2025. Photo: Reuters |
Iga Swiatek celebrates a point during her final victory against Anisimova on Centre Court, London, UK, 12/7/2025. Photo: Reuters
Swiatek secured her sixth Grand Slam singles title, defeating Amanda Anisimova 6-0, 6-0 in the Wimbledon final. This was the first double-bagel Grand Slam singles final since Steffi Graf defeated Natasha Zvereva at the 1988 French Open, 37 years prior.
"I just want them to leave me alone and let me do my job, because clearly we know what we're doing. I have the best people around me," the Polish player added. "I've proven a lot. I know people want me to achieve more, but this is my personal life and my career."
The Wimbledon victory relieved significant pressure on Swiatek, who hadn't won a title since the previous year's French Open. In addition to the doping controversy, Swiatek experienced a series of emotionally challenging events over the past year.
The world number 4 player was criticized for angrily hitting a ball towards a ball boy at Indian Wells and was later harassed by a spectator during a practice session at the Miami Open. Before the Madrid Open, Swiatek flew home for her grandfather's funeral and showed signs of emotional distress. During her subsequent loss to Coco Gauff, she appeared distraught during a changeover, burying her face in a towel and sobbing.
When asked if she was surprised by the double 6-0 scoreline in the Wimbledon final, Swiatek said she wasn't shocked but was surprised by her ability to maintain consistency. The 24-year-old shared that she played well throughout the three weeks, served effectively, and maintained high focus. "Tennis is a mentally demanding sport, but to win a Grand Slam, you need everything: quality tennis, good physical condition, and quick wins in earlier rounds to conserve energy," Swiatek explained.
En route to the championship, Swiatek won seven matches, losing only one set to Caty McNally in the second round. Her performance improved with each match. In the semifinals, she defeated Belinda Bencic 6-2, 6-0. This means Swiatek finished Wimbledon with three 6-0 sets. She has now won Grand Slams on all three surfaces: four French Opens (clay), one US Open (hard), and now Wimbledon (grass).
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