World No. 4 Iga Świątek shared her emotions after winning the Wimbledon championships, securing her first title on grass. In the final, the Polish player achieved a dominant victory by defeating Amanda Anisimova with a double bagel.
This significant win marks Świątek`s sixth career Grand Slam title. Her previous major successes include four titles at Roland Garros (in 2020, and consecutively from 2022 to 2024) and the US Open in 2022. The Wimbledon triumph is particularly noteworthy as it signifies her first career title won on the grass surface.
When asked how this Wimbledon title ranks among her other Grand Slam victories, Świątek admitted it was “always the most difficult question.” She elaborated that due to the surface, this specific title feels “very special and unexpected,” as well as “very emotional.” Unlike her consistent confidence playing at Roland Garros, she acknowledged lacking similar self-assurance on grass and felt a strong internal need to prove her capabilities on this surface.
Świątek stated she wouldn`t create a definitive ranking of her Grand Slam titles, expressing deep respect for all the tournaments and the immense effort required to win each one. However, she highlighted the Wimbledon title and her 2022 US Open victory as being particularly gratifying because they were unexpected successes. She described the Wimbledon win as a “pleasant shock,” attributing it to simply playing well and putting in the necessary work “without pressure on my shoulders.”
Addressing recent periods of doubt and criticism regarding her performance, Świątek emphasized the importance for public figures and athletes to concentrate on their own work rather than reacting to external negativity. She described recent press publications, particularly those originating in Poland, as “quite unpleasant.” Świątek expressed a desire for critics to “just leave me alone and let me do my job,” asserting her confidence that she understands her path, is supported by the best people, and has already demonstrated considerable achievement. While acknowledging that public expectations may always rise, she firmly maintained that her career is “my path, my life and my career,” and she hopes to be free from undue external influence to pursue it her way.
Marcus Prine