As World Number One, Iga Swiatek Turns 22, Friend Mikaela Shiffrin Sends Her Wish
Two-time Olympic skiing champion Mikaela Shiffrin and tennis Grand Slam winner Iga Swiatek, have gained massive success in their respective sports. The two professionals, aged 28 and 22, had entered the realms of skiing and tennis at a very young age. Despite hailing from different horizons, they have created what we now perceive as a close bond.
In interviews, the two have discussed and praised each other’s skills and commitment. Since the two have never met in person, let’s explore their virtual friendship in depth. The American skier also wished her friend on her birthday through social media.
On May 31, 2023, Shiffrin posted a birthday greeting on Twitter as Swiatek turned 22. She reposted a clip titled “When she hit the shot of the year on the first day of 2023” from Swiatek’s 2023 United Cup, featuring her with Hubert Hurkacz to represent Poland in the mixed-team competition.
The pair’s friendship has drawn attention from both fans and the media. Eurosport tweeted, “We are absolutely here for this Mikaela Shiffrin and Iga Swiatek friendship”. They have laid the groundwork for a long-awaited rendezvous by making jokes about playing doubles together. Shiffrin has also expressed interest in partnering with Swiatek at Wimbledon.
