World number one Iga Swiatek has made a big move in her career by hiring coach Wim Fissette, a well-known coach who has worked with several Grand Slam champions in the past. This decision comes after Swiatek announced her split with her previous coach, Tomasz Wiktorowski, with whom she had been working for three seasons.
In a statement shared on social media, Swiatek expressed her excitement about Fissette joining her team, highlighting his positive attitude, vision, and extensive experience at the highest levels of tennis. Fissette has previously coached top players like Kim Clijsters, Victoria Azarenka, Simona Halep, and Angelique Kerber. His most recent coaching stint was with Naomi Osaka, who recently ended their partnership and hired a new coach, Patrick Mouratoglu.
Swiatek’s decision to bring Fissette on board comes as she prepares for the upcoming WTA Finals, which will take place in Riyadh next month. The Polish tennis star had to withdraw from the Beijing 1000 WTA tournament due to personal reasons and also opted out of competing in Wuhan. With Fissette now by her side, Swiatek is gearing up to make a strong showing at the season finale event.
This coaching change marks a significant moment in Swiatek’s career as she looks to build on her success as a five-time major champion. By enlisting the expertise of someone like Fissette, who has a proven track record of working with elite players, Swiatek is positioning herself to reach new heights in the world of tennis. Fans and critics alike will be watching closely to see how this new partnership unfolds and whether it will help Swiatek maintain her status as one of the top players in the game.