Brutal. Yes, such words are really being said about Iga Świątek
The journalists of "The Tennis Gazette" agree: watching what is happening to Iga Świątek is difficult. Until recently, the dominant player in women's tennis, now - a player who is fighting to get back in shape. George Patten does not beat around the bush: "Iga Świątek's decline in the last few months has been difficult to watch, because the Polish star is still fighting for form". In his opinion, some hope may lie in the fact that Świątek will play without pressure in London - something she has not experienced for years. "This may work to her advantage", he adds.
Lee Clarke, in turn, predicts that Świątek may finish this year's Wimbledon at the quarterfinals at the earliest. "It's not her surface, and her form in 2025 leaves much to be desired," the journalist notes. Peter Lynch thinks similarly, and although he sees a chance to reach the later stages, he also sets the limit at the quarterfinals.
"Iga Świątek may be at risk of early elimination"The most pessimistic voice for the Pole belongs to John Verrall: "Unfortunately, Świątek may be at risk of an early exit. Her self-confidence has been damaged, and grass is her weakest surface. This does not bode well." The journalist reminds that even at her beloved Roland Garros, Iga Świątek did not look as confident this year as before.
In the background of these predictions, there is a fight for the title with the participation of the favorites – Sabalenka, Rybakina or Gauff – because these are the names indicated by the aforementioned experts. However, Polish fans still hope that it will be Świątek, despite all the adversities, who will surprise everyone. Low expectations may turn out to be her greatest ally.
Wimbledon will last from June 30 to July 13. Polish fans can only hope that Iga Świątek will seize the opportunity to rebuild her position and show that she has not said her last word yet.
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