Iga Swiatek opens up about ‘anxiety’ after Ash Barty’s unprecdented retirement. Here's what she said
Iga Swiatek said she struggled with anxiety after reaching the international rankings' pinnacle this year following the announcement of Ash Barty's unexpected retirement. The Polish player Swiatek is now rated first. It is to note that she enjoyed...

She is credited with reaching the top spot in the women's singles draw at Flushing Meadows.
The Polish player had also revealed that she sobbed when Barty resigned and Swiatek got the position as the number one player in the world in March. Swiatek has even acknowledged her nervousness about taking over the Australian player's role.Swiatek has stated that she found it difficult to take the pressure, despite continuing a 37-match winning streak after learning that Barty quit her career shortly after winning the Australian Open. She made this statement even though Swiatek continued to win her matches after learning that Barty was quitting her career.
Even though the world No. 1 had her winning run snapped at Wimbledon, she quickly got back on track to win the next Grand Slam. This victory was also her first major championship on a surface other than clay.
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