MusaWhen a tennis legend speaks, the world listens—especially when it’s about Iga Swiatek, the reigning queen of Roland Garros. In a recent interview, one of the sport’s greats didn’t hesitate to crown Swiatek as the top contender heading into the French Open, declaring, “She’s the favourite in my eyes.” No ifs, no maybes, just pure conviction.
And honestly, who can blame them?
Swiatek’s dominance on clay is quickly entering “iconic” territory. With three French Open titles already under her belt and a win-loss record on the surface that makes opponents visibly sweat during warm-ups, Iga has redefined what it means to be unbeatable in Paris. Her mix of punishing topspin, court coverage, and mental resilience is like clay-court poetry in motion—if poetry could break your ankles and crush your spirit.
This particular endorsement isn’t just a casual nod; it’s a high-stakes stamp of approval from someone who knows what it takes to conquer Grand Slams. And it’s more than just stats—it’s about presence. Swiatek doesn’t just win matches, she overwhelms, suffocates, and dissects her opponents with ruthless efficiency. She plays like the favourite, and more importantly, she believes she is.
Of course, the WTA is full of dark horses and danger. Aryna Sabalenka is surging, Elena Rybakina lurks, and the unpredictable chaos of women’s tennis is always one wild card away from flipping the script.
But even so, when legends start calling you the favourite without hesitation, that’s not hype—that’s legacy talk.
Swiatek isn’t just defending a title—she’s defending a dynasty in the making. And if the legends have spoken, Paris might just be ready for another Iga coronation.
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John Owolabi
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