Ex-Polish star ‘wouldn’t say Iga Swiatek plays well on grass’ in controversial remarks on Wimbledon win

A former Polish tennis star has stirred up debate after making some surprising comments about Iga Swiatek’s performance on grass courts, despite her recent success at Wimbledon. The ex-player, who once represented Poland at the highest level, admitted in a candid interview that they “wouldn’t say Iga Swiatek plays well on grass.” This remark raised eyebrows among tennis fans, especially considering Swiatek’s impressive progress this year.

Swiatek, who has been dominating the WTA tour and holds multiple Grand Slam titles, recently reached the quarterfinals at Wimbledon — a tournament played on grass, which has historically been her weakest surface. Her powerful performance and strong mental game earned her praise worldwide, with many saying she’s steadily improving on all surfaces. But despite that, this former Polish tennis star remains skeptical.

The comment seems to suggest that Swiatek’s style, which thrives on slower clay and hard courts, might still not be completely suited to grass. Grass courts are faster and lower bouncing, which can be tricky even for the best players. Still, critics argue that Swiatek’s ability to adjust her game and make a deep run at Wimbledon this year should not be overlooked.

Fans and tennis experts alike are divided. Some agree that Swiatek is still finding her footing on grass, while others believe she’s evolving quickly and deserves full credit for how far she’s come. Many were quick to defend her, pointing out her work ethic, consistent performance, and willingness to learn and grow — all of which are clear signs that she’s adapting to the challenges of different playing surfaces.

Interestingly, Swiatek herself has always been honest about grass not being her favorite surface. But she’s also been clear that she’s determined to keep improving, and her recent results prove she’s doing just that. Even if she hasn’t won Wimbledon yet, reaching the quarterfinals in such a competitive field shows that she’s on the right track.

Whether or not the ex-star meant their words as harsh criticism or just a personal opinion, one thing is sure — Iga Swiatek is far from done. She’s only 24, already world No. 1, and continues to push herself every season. Grass might still be a challenge, but knowing Swiatek, she’ll likely turn that challenge into a triumph very soon.