Iga Swiatek’s sudden withdrawal from several tournaments created a sense of doubt among the tennis community. While everyone was astounded to spectate her massive rise, the sudden absence after the US Open not only made people wonder what happened but also ignited rumors that intensified the already worsened situation. While she is now on the path of setting things right once again, a tennis insider stepped forward to dissect the reason behind this avid flow of rumors.

Iga Świątek’s decision to part ways with her coach, Tomasz Wiktorowski gave rise to several speculations. This included rumors suggesting a possible internal conflict between Wiktorowski and the tennis player’s psychologist, Daria Abramowicz. The issue came under the spotlight during the “Onet Rano” program on YouTube, where the show’s host, Łukasz Kadziewicz, asked a question with provoking possibilities. “Who did Tomek stop talking to? Iga or Daria Abramowicz, who at times is like an eminence grise to me or like Putin at the Tsar’s court.” His question hinted at the speculation that Abramowicz, who is known for her close involvement in Świątek’s mental preparation, may have played an undisclosed role in the coach’s dismissal.

Tennis expert Marek Furjan also acknowledged the rising curiosity surrounding the situation. He shared an anecdote about how the public is equally invested. He recalled a moment when a pizza maker jumped from behind the counter to ask him about Swiatek’s coaching change. Furjan admitted that while the topic is hot at the moment, the exact details remain unclear. “I don’t know, we’re not in the middle. I don’t have the knowledge to publicly say what really happened,” he said.

Świątek’s decision came after going through some challenging weeks, despite her success at Roland Garros. Her early exits from Wimbledon, and Cincinnati, and a bronze medal finish at the Olympic Games in Paris, along with a quarterfinal loss at the US Open to Jessica Pegula, added concerns to the minds of the fans. She withdrew from several tournaments, including Wuhan and Beijing, before the unexpected announcement of parting ways with Wiktorowski. Adding further intrigue to the situation, Świątek made a surprise move by appointing Wim Fissette as her new head coach.

The ongoing rumors about Abramowicz’s role in the coaching change add a thick layer of mystery. While no direct statements have confirmed internal conflict, the silence from Świątek’s camp has only made the speculations stronger. Meanwhile, Swiatek’s new coach has big plans for her.

Wim Fissette Sets Clear Goals for Iga Swiatek’s Future

Wim Fissette, Iga Swiatek’s newly appointed coach has set specific goals for the World No. 1 as they begin their partnership. Fissette, who has a strong history of coaching Naomi Osaka to multiple Grand Slam titles, now has his sights set on expanding Świątek’s dominance beyond clay courts. The 44-year-old Belgian sees untapped potential in her game and is focused on guiding her towards achieving similar success on other surfaces. “Our goal is for Swiatek to start adding more Grand Slam titles on other surfaces as well,” Fissette told Eurosport Poland.

Świątek has faced some off-court challenges since her early exit at the US Open in September. This contributed to a pause in her season. Following her split with former coach Tomasz Wiktorowski, she withdrew from both the China Open and Wuhan Open, leaving her fans questioning the trajectory of her career. Fissette’s arrival appears to bring stability and renewed focus to her team. The Belgian coach, well known for his strategic approach, is keen to help Świątek build confidence on non-clay surfaces like grass and hard courts, areas where she has not yet dominated in the same way as on clay.

Fissette understands that the clay-court season comes with unique demands, but he believes Świątek has the ability to transfer her strengths to other courts. “You need to get into a rhythm, gain confidence, and after Paris, it’s time to switch to other surfaces,” Fissette explained, pointing out the need for a versatile approach.

With their goals now aligned, the partnership between Świątek and Fissette will focus on turning her clay-court dominance into all-surface success, as they work together to add more Grand Slam titles to her already impressive résumé.