World No.1 Iga Swiatek has made headlines with a major change in her coaching team. Swiatek has hired Wim Fissette, an experienced coach renowned for his work with top players such as Naomi Osaka, Kim Clijsters, and Victoria Azarenka. This move comes just ahead of the WTA Finals in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, marking a pivotal moment in Swiatek’s career.
Swiatek shared her excitement about this new chapter, stating,
“I’m excited and motivated to start a new chapter. I’m happy to announce that Wim Fissette is joining our team. He seems to have a great attitude, vision, and huge experience at a very top level of tennis.”
Why Iga Swiatek Parted Ways with Tomasz Wiktorowski
Swiatek’s decision to part ways with her former coach, Tomasz Wiktorowski, came as a surprise to many including us. Wiktorowski had been an integral part of her team for three successful years, guiding her through numerous victories and titles. However, after a quarterfinal exit at the U.S. Open, Swiatek and Wiktorowski mutually decided to part ways. This split was driven by Swiatek’s desire for a fresh perspective and a coach with international experience to help her navigate the next phase of her career.
Swiatek mentioned that despite the success they shared, she felt it was time to seek new insights and strategies. She had withdrawn from the China Open and Korea Open to focus on finding the right coach who could align with her long-term goals.
