Iga Świątek
Polish tennis player, French Open champion
Born
May 31st, 2001
23 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Poland
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A professional tennis player emerged as a dominant force in women's tennis. Achieved significant success early in the career, winning the French Open in 2020. Gained recognition for powerful baseline play and tactical intelligence on the court. Quickly ascended the WTA rankings, securing the world No. 1 position in 2022. Demonstrated consistent performance in all major tournaments, establishing a reputation as a formidable competitor on clay and hard courts.
Won the French Open in 2020
Achieved world No. 1 ranking in 2022
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