Swiatek reveals the changes she is looking for in her tennis: "I am not a complete player"

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Iga Swiatek is present for the fourth consecutive year at these WTA Finals 2024, a tournament she emerged victorious from in the last edition. The current world number 2 could reclaim that top spot in the year-end event, as she arrives following significant changes in her coaching staff. With a new coach and fewer matches in the Asian tour, the Polish player speaks at Media Day about her arrival in Saudi Arabia.

"That won't be a problem," Iga told the media regarding her lack of match practice. "I don't feel rusty. I've played some points here with Aryna and Qinwen. I've also been training like that. I don't feel like I've missed out much. Honestly, it wasn't as long a break yet, probably a bit longer than a normal off-season. I've spent this time playing tennis and focusing on finding a new coach, on making this transition, which is always complicated. For me, it's a decision that I hope will last for years, as I look at my career in the long term."

What improvements are you seeking with Wim Fissette?

"I think it's quite obvious. I'd like to enhance my serve as I've been doing in recent years. I feel the need to continue with that; I'm not a complete player. Tactically, there are many ways in which I could bring more variety on the court. Wim has good ideas on this. We've been preparing for this tournament and getting to know each other a bit better. We'll discuss the actual changes during the pre-season," explained Iga.

"Understanding this as a long-term thing is important if I want to have a long and balanced career. Sometimes it's challenging to make a decision, but when I do, I usually don't have any regrets. I trust myself in that regard. I'll have to make some tough calls in the future. For instance, more experienced players decide to skip some tournaments to peak at the Grand Slams. Novak is a great example to look up to in that aspect."

The battle for the world number one

"We both fight for that position, just like in these past years. I want to play my best tennis here and win. I'll focus on my opening match; I want to take it step by step. It was a good practice with Aryna; it hadn't happened since 2022, I'm not sure why. She's a great player, deserving of being the world number one. I'll strive to reach that spot."

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