Iga Swiatek’s father beaming with pride for his daughter’s achivements outside the court

Tomasz expresses his pride for his daughter.

Iga Swiatek’s father beaming with pride for his daughter’s achivements outside the court

Iga Swiatek and her father (Credits: Polskie Radio)

As the world continues to marvel at tennis star Iga Swiatek’s amazing talent, her father, Tomasz Swiatek, reflects on his daughter’s remarkable journey from being a Polish woman with a dream to being a famous Grand Slam champion. Tomasz expresses his delight in Iga’s successes both on and off the tennis court in an exclusive interview with Rzeczpospolita.

Tomasz’s response when asked what he is most proud of as a father, is one of pride and adoration. “From where she came. She is, after all, a Polish woman who has won four Grand Slam tournaments. We should appreciate it and respect it,” he said.

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Iga Swiatek’s meteoric journey to tennis stardom has been nothing but remarkable. The 22-year-old has demonstrated tremendous skill and commitment, winning four important titles, including a historic victory at the 2020 French Open. Her accomplishments have not only brought delight to her family but have also made her a living example to aspiring athletes all around the world.

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Tomasz is also proud of Iga’s academic achievements and personal characteristics in addition to her tennis victories. “I am also proud because she graduated from school, had good grades, and is still conscientious and organized. She’s mature enough to make her own choices. She knows exactly what she wants,” he added.

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When asked about the advantages of his Olympic rowing expertise in understanding his daughter’s path, Tomasz underlined the relevance of firsthand experience. “It’s much easier to understand someone else’s effort if you’ve done it yourself,” he says. Drawing on his own athletic experience, he understands that every pursuit, whether rowing or tennis, demands dedication, determination, and tenacity.

While rowing and tennis may appear to be quite different sports, Tomasz recognizes the problems that athletes confront in their respective sports. He emphasizes the importance of work and practice required to excel in any sport, explaining that even seemingly simple acts such as striking a ball into the net can be very taxing.

Furthermore, he recognizes his daughter’s capacity to learn from her experiences and mistakes, which has contributed to her tennis success. Her father is impressed by her quick understanding of new ideas and her ongoing improvement as a player, as she implements the lessons gained into her game.

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