World No. 2 Iga Swiatek has shared her thoughts on the upcoming clay season and the tournament in Stuttgart, a venue where she has triumphed twice before.
Swiatek mentioned that transitioning to clay courts requires an adjustment period, as most of the year is spent playing on hard courts. However, she expressed confidence in her ability to quickly adapt and perform at her best with focused practice and concentration.
Reflecting on her past successes in Stuttgart, Swiatek acknowledged her pride but emphasized that past victories offer no guarantees. She stressed the need to concentrate on the work ahead.
The Polish player also addressed a concerning incident involving a stalker at the Miami tournament. She downplayed the severity of the situation, stating that it was more of an overzealous fan seeking attention rather than a genuine threat. Swiatek expressed gratitude for the WTA`s support in ensuring her safety and mentioned receiving some threatening messages on social media, highlighting the importance of proper responses to such situations.
Furthermore, Swiatek commented on the ongoing discussions among Top 20 players regarding increased prize money at Grand Slam events. She acknowledged the validity of these discussions and the potential for improvement in player compensation at major tournaments. However, she preferred to keep the details of these discussions private for the time being, indicating that it`s an issue being addressed internally and requires time to resolve. She stated she would rather not discuss this topic publicly at this moment.
