Olympics Fever Takes Center Stage in Tennis as Iga Swiatek’s Coach Sheds Light on Preparation – ‘We Don’t Really..’

The Olympics hold a special place in every athlete’s heart. An Olympic medal can change the entire trajectory of their careers. In a recent statement about an athlete’s approach to the mega event, renowned coach Tomasz Wiktorowski shared an interesting way of approach to the Olympics by Iga Swiatek. The Paris Olympics is right around the corner and, understandably, players are in a jiffy to be as prepared as they can. 

About all of this chaos, Wiktorowski gave a very calm and composed reply when he was asked about their game plan. What he said about the whole situation is worth talking about.

Iga Swiatek and her early preparations 

Coach Wiktorowski has revealed a unique game plan for Swiatek’s Olympic journey. As the Paris Olympics loom large on the horizon, athletes across the globe are intensifying their training regimens. Amidst this bustling preparation, Wiktorowski’s unique approach to Iga Swiatek’s Olympics preparation stands out as an example of thoughtful planning.

He says, “Yeah. The Games are our priority, and we start preparing for them in January or even December.”  But an early preparation isn’t all of it. Wiktorowski’s vision extends beyond traditional singles play. He further delved into the mixed doubles alongside Hubert Hurkacz. In his words: “Thinking not only of singles, but also of mixed doubles with Hubert Hurkacz, this being a completely different discipline that we don’t really have the opportunity to try during the year.”

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The prospect of mixed doubles adds a layer of complexity and also offers a unique challenge not encountered in regular tournaments. This glimpse into Swiatek’s preparation reveals a coach willing to embrace versatility. The focus on mixed doubles, which is a discipline that is often overlooked in regular competitions, showcases Wiktorowski’s commitment.

Swiatek’s performance bounce

This season was quite rough for the World’s No.1. Swiatek started the year with the top rank but she was soon replaced by Aryna Sabalenka. Sabalenka reigned for quite some time and enjoyed the spot of World’s No.1. However, Swiatek made a phenomenal comeback with the WTA Finals. 

The stakes are quite high as it’s only been a few weeks since Swiatek regained her spot. The season of 2024 will be very critical for her, especially the Paris Olympics.

As the tennis world gears up for the Paris Olympics, Swiatek’s approach is guided by the seasoned wisdom of her coach. This promises an exciting blend of strategy and adaptability. What are your thoughts on this? Let us know in the comments.

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