‘We Do Not Have a Support System’ – Emotions Take Centre Stage for Iga Swiatek as She Recalls a Period of Great Anxiety
Tennis stars who maintain their positions on top of the tennis charts, pave their way through roads that bring countless hurdles. Polish tennis icon Iga Swiatek, who has been setting new standards in the world of women’s tennis, is no different from players who go through challenges to reach a significant position. Recently, in an interview, she revealed her struggle from earlier days.
Hailing from a country like Poland, where the support system for players is not as developed as other competitive nations, the young star has traveled a long way to achieve the world No.1 position which she maintained for two consecutive years. Opening up about her journey in a recent interview, the 22-year-old recently shared her journey which happened to be worth the attention of every enthusiast.
Polish tennis sensation Iga Swiatek has enjoyed a great season this year. By presenting a consistent form that not only dominated the courts but also rewarded her with a staggering $7 million in prize money, she established her strong image as one of the best players WTA currently has. However, the bright career with glittering trophies and financial success was built out on a pile of challenges that made her journey hard.
In a recent interview, the current World No.1 revealed the problems faced by her and every other player who roots in countries like Poland where tennis is considered to be an expensive sport. She mentioned, “I can’t say I’m not set up, because I’ve earned so much that I could not work for the rest of my life. However, the path I walked could have been smoother. Less nervous. Most of my career was taken on the shoulders of my father, who often groped in the dark, because we do not have a support system in Poland for parents who want to give their children a chance in an expensive sport such as tennis.
