The Polish player, already in the quarterfinals of the WTA 1000 in Rome, analyzes the factors that have caused Francis Roig's arrival to fit perfectly into the team.
Francis Roig
The Polish tennis player has spoken about the addition of the coach to her team, and the 10 days she spent training in Manacor to prepare for the clay court tour before her debut in Madrid.
Francis Roig has embarked on a new journey as the coach of Iga Swiatek, just a few weeks after parting ways with Emma Raducanu. According to Brad Gilbert, former coach of players like André Agassi, Andy Murray, and Coco Gauff, this new partnership will allow him to demand more from the Polish tennis player than from the British one in a key aspect. "The big difference between Swiatek and Raducanu is the movement. Iga is probably the second-best mover on the women's circuit, only behind Coco. So, if he or Rafa want her to extend the points, she can do it. I think Emma maybe doesn't feel able to do so. She probably needs to incorporate that into her game," acknowledged on the podcast 'Big T'.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, La ventaja que tendrá Francis Roig con Swiatek que no tenía con Raducanu
Terrible news coming from Rome. Francis Roig, the new coach of Iga Swiatek for a few weeks now, has torn his Achilles tendon during a training session. However, this has not stopped him from continuing to coach the Polish player, demonstrating the professionalism and commitment he has towards her in such a delicate moment for both.
Tremendous image 😱
— José Morón (@jmgmoron) May 7, 2026
Francis Roig tore his Achilles tendon and still accompanied Swiatek in Rome, even with crutches. pic.twitter.com/YZpH83uD1Q
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Grave lesión de Francis Roig durante el ATP Roma... y aún así sigue entrenando a Swiatek
Iga Swiatek has revealed upon arriving in WTA Stuttgart how her visit to the Rafa Nadal Academy was in preparation for the clay court season, where she received help from Rafael Nadal and Francis Roig (her new coach and former coach of the Spanish player). "I wanted to change something in my preparation before the clay court season, as the last one didn't go as planned. I asked if it would be possible for Nadal to come and perhaps be an inspiration, and also to hear his feedback. It was a real privilege. I also wanted to meet with Francis. I'm glad they were there at the same time because I believe that adds even more value to the process. He will be in charge of the whole process," she revealed in a press conference.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Swiatek explica cómo fue entrenar junto a Rafael Nadal y Francis Roig
The Frenchman claims that he didn't even tell him directly and that he had to find out through his agent that he was going with Iga.
The partnership between Iga Swiatek and Francis Roig is the current hot topic in the world of tennis. The latest to weigh in on the matter is none other than a legend like Boris Becker, who has given his approval to the Polish tennis player's decision, referring to a video where she is seen with Rafael Nadal and Francis. "Love Rafa, the best there ever was on clay. Also respect Roig, we have met many times, and I love talking tennis with him. Good choice Iga."
Love Rafa, the best there ever was certainly on clay!
— Boris Becker (@TheBorisBecker) April 2, 2026
Also respect Francisco Roig!
I have met him many times and love talking tennis 🎾 with him!
Good choice IGA!!! https://t.co/jTGLLZiAfP
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Becker opina sobre la unión de Swiatek y Francis Roig
After parting ways with her coach Wim Fissette, Iga Swiatek has found a new partner for her team in Francis Roig, and they have already started working together. The Polish tennis player is spending some days at the Rafa Nadal Academy to finalize her preparation for the clay court season, and today they shared a video showing the former world number one training intensively under the watchful eyes of Roig himself and Rafael Nadal, who has been instrumental in this partnership and is also contributing to her development.
👀 @iga_swiatek 🔥 pic.twitter.com/PY0xW7iFEJ
— Rafa Nadal Academy (@rnadalacademy) April 3, 2026
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, El increíble vídeo de Swiatek entrenando bajo la mirada de Nadal y Francis Roig
The Polish player, already in the quarterfinals of the WTA 1000 in Rome, analyzes the factors that have caused Francis Roig's arrival to fit perfectly into the team.
Terrible news coming from Rome. Francis Roig, the new coach of Iga Swiatek for a few weeks now, has torn his Achilles tendon during a training session. However, this has not stopped him from continuing to coach the Polish player, demonstrating the professionalism and commitment he has towards her in such a delicate moment for both.
Tremendous image 😱
— José Morón (@jmgmoron) May 7, 2026
Francis Roig tore his Achilles tendon and still accompanied Swiatek in Rome, even with crutches. pic.twitter.com/YZpH83uD1Q
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Grave lesión de Francis Roig durante el ATP Roma... y aún así sigue entrenando a Swiatek
The Polish tennis player has spoken about the addition of the coach to her team, and the 10 days she spent training in Manacor to prepare for the clay court tour before her debut in Madrid.
Iga Swiatek has revealed upon arriving in WTA Stuttgart how her visit to the Rafa Nadal Academy was in preparation for the clay court season, where she received help from Rafael Nadal and Francis Roig (her new coach and former coach of the Spanish player). "I wanted to change something in my preparation before the clay court season, as the last one didn't go as planned. I asked if it would be possible for Nadal to come and perhaps be an inspiration, and also to hear his feedback. It was a real privilege. I also wanted to meet with Francis. I'm glad they were there at the same time because I believe that adds even more value to the process. He will be in charge of the whole process," she revealed in a press conference.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Swiatek explica cómo fue entrenar junto a Rafael Nadal y Francis Roig
Francis Roig has embarked on a new journey as the coach of Iga Swiatek, just a few weeks after parting ways with Emma Raducanu. According to Brad Gilbert, former coach of players like André Agassi, Andy Murray, and Coco Gauff, this new partnership will allow him to demand more from the Polish tennis player than from the British one in a key aspect. "The big difference between Swiatek and Raducanu is the movement. Iga is probably the second-best mover on the women's circuit, only behind Coco. So, if he or Rafa want her to extend the points, she can do it. I think Emma maybe doesn't feel able to do so. She probably needs to incorporate that into her game," acknowledged on the podcast 'Big T'.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, La ventaja que tendrá Francis Roig con Swiatek que no tenía con Raducanu
The Frenchman claims that he didn't even tell him directly and that he had to find out through his agent that he was going with Iga.
The partnership between Iga Swiatek and Francis Roig is the current hot topic in the world of tennis. The latest to weigh in on the matter is none other than a legend like Boris Becker, who has given his approval to the Polish tennis player's decision, referring to a video where she is seen with Rafael Nadal and Francis. "Love Rafa, the best there ever was on clay. Also respect Roig, we have met many times, and I love talking tennis with him. Good choice Iga."
Love Rafa, the best there ever was certainly on clay!
— Boris Becker (@TheBorisBecker) April 2, 2026
Also respect Francisco Roig!
I have met him many times and love talking tennis 🎾 with him!
Good choice IGA!!! https://t.co/jTGLLZiAfP
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Becker opina sobre la unión de Swiatek y Francis Roig
After parting ways with her coach Wim Fissette, Iga Swiatek has found a new partner for her team in Francis Roig, and they have already started working together. The Polish tennis player is spending some days at the Rafa Nadal Academy to finalize her preparation for the clay court season, and today they shared a video showing the former world number one training intensively under the watchful eyes of Roig himself and Rafael Nadal, who has been instrumental in this partnership and is also contributing to her development.
👀 @iga_swiatek 🔥 pic.twitter.com/PY0xW7iFEJ
— Rafa Nadal Academy (@rnadalacademy) April 3, 2026
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, El increíble vídeo de Swiatek entrenando bajo la mirada de Nadal y Francis Roig
Iga Swiatek surprised the world by announcing that Francis Roig will become her new coach right from the start of the clay-court season. In her latest interview, the Polish player hinted that Rafael Nadal had advised her regarding this hiring... and in her recent training session at the Nadal Academy, we witnessed the scene we were all waiting for: Rafa himself present, just like any other, observing closely someone who has always declared herself as his great admirer. A beautiful image, perhaps, of what 'Coach Rafa' could be in the future.
🥹 Coachdal with Iga today
— Olly Tennis 🎾 🇬🇧 (@Olly_Tennis_) April 2, 2026
📸 visionsports_official IG pic.twitter.com/qRW5RxhH1r
👋🏼 @iga_swiatek 😀
— Rafa Nadal (@RafaelNadal) April 2, 2026
Welcome back to the @rnadalacademy!
Enjoy your time here! We hope you feel at home 🏡 pic.twitter.com/aj7JsFILdd
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Rafa Nadal, presente en el último entreno de Iga Swiatek
Iga Swiatek has officially welcomed Francis Roig to her team, former coach of Rafa Nadal among others. The Polish tennis player had parted ways with Wim Fissette a few days ago, and after acknowledging that Rafael Nadal had helped her in this process, she has now posted a story on her Instagram account with a photo alongside Roig and a lovely message. "Welcome to the team, Francisco. Very excited for this new chapter."
Iga Swiatek hires Francis Roig. pic.com/onOEWSDZ5w
— José Morgado (@josemorgado) April 2, 2026
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Swiatek confirma la incorporación de Francis Roig a su equipo