(Video) Iga Swiatek Clashes With Journalist Over Questions Regarding her Capitulation in the Third Set Against Aryna Sabalenka

Iga Swiatek lost only for the third time in her career at Roland Garros, this time at the hands of Aryna Sabalenka.

(Video) Iga Swiatek Clashes With Journalist Over Questions Regarding her Capitulation in the Third Set Against Aryna Sabalenka

Iga Swiatek clashed with a journalist (via The Tennis Letter)

Iga Swiatek criticized a tennis journalist over questions about her performance in the final set against Aryna Sabalenka. The Polish star found herself in unfamiliar territory at Roland Garros, suffering just her third loss in 43 matches at the French Open.

The most striking statistic was that Swiatek lost a 6-0 set for the first time on clay. A journalist asked whether she had used too much energy in the first two sets, suggesting she ran out of steam in the decider. The question appeared to irritate Swiatek. Swiatek said in her post-match press conference at Roland Garros:

What kind of a question is this? So I’m supposed to win the third set next time because you have a theory? Is there any problem now with me fighting in the first set and lifting the match?

It has now officially been one full season since Swiatek last won a title. Additionally, it has been a full season without reaching a final.

Swiatek now moves into her least favorite part of the season — the grass-court swing. Her best result at Wimbledon is a quarterfinal finish, and she was eliminated in the third round last year.

Iga Swiatek has dramatic ranking collapse after Roland Garros

Former World No.1 Iga Swiatek’s time at the top of Roland Garros has come to a close. She was beaten by Aryna Sabalenka in a hard-fought semi-final, with a scoreline of 7-6(1), 4-6, 6-0. The loss marks a significant shift in momentum between the two rivals.

Aryna Sabalenka, Iga Swiatek (2)
Aryna Sabalenka, Iga Swiatek (Image via X/The Tennis Letter, Iga archive)

Sabalenka now has the chance to claim her first French Open title. A win on Sunday would solidify her rise as the new powerhouse in women’s tennis. This final will be her first in Paris and a defining moment in her career.

Swiatek’s loss also has major ranking implications. The 2,000 points she earned last year are now gone, and she is expected to fall to No. 7 in the WTA rankings. This drop ends her long-standing place in the top four and could affect her tournament draws moving forward.

Being seeded lower means tougher paths in upcoming events. At Wimbledon, she might face top players like Sabalenka as early as the quarter-finals. Meanwhile, Sabalenka has made history by reaching three consecutive Grand Slam finals, a feat last achieved by Serena Williams in 2016.

Iga Swiatek suffers brutal loss

Polish star Iga Swiatek’s run as French Open champion has come to an end in dramatic fashion. Aryna Sabalenka defeated her in the semifinals with a 7-6(1), 4-6, 6-0 victory. This win sends Sabalenka into her first Roland Garros final and marks a major shift in women’s tennis.

Iga Swiatek loses her cool at Roland Garros
Iga Swiatek loses her cool at Roland Garros (via Motorcycle Sports)

Swiatek had won the French Open four times in the last five years. After defending her title last June, many believed her dominance in Paris would continue. But since winning her fifth Grand Slam, she hasn’t lifted another trophy. Her loss here confirms a clear drop in form.

The final set was particularly tough for Swiatek. Known for delivering 6-0 sets during her peak, she found herself on the receiving end this time. That reversal of roles was symbolic and painful. Sabalenka is now seen as the sport’s new leading force. She is the first woman to win a 6-0 set against Swiatek on Court Philippe-Chatrier. This moment may signal a turning point for both players’ careers.

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