URGENT UPDATE: Polish tennis star Iga Swiatek delayed her post-match interview to urgently text her coach following a commanding victory against Ekaterina Alexandrova at the 2025 U.S. Open. Swiatek triumphed with a score of 6-3, 6-1 in the fourth round on Monday, and she needed to arrange practice time as she prepares for her highly anticipated quarterfinal match.
The No. 2 seed explained the urgency of her message while waiting for the interviewer at Louis Armstrong Stadium. “Do you have any interest in telling us who that text message was going to?” the interviewer asked. Swiatek replied, “Oh, uh, just my coach. I asked him to book like 10 minutes of the practice courts, if it’s possible.” The swift request underscores her commitment to preparation ahead of facing Amanda Anisimova, who secured her spot in the quarterfinals by defeating Beatriz Haddad Maia earlier that same day.
Swiatek’s upcoming clash with Anisimova will be a rematch of the Wimbledon final earlier this summer, where she achieved a stunning victory with a score of 6-0, 6-0. This adds extra tension and excitement to their anticipated meeting, as both players look to advance.
Reflecting on her recent performance, Swiatek expressed her satisfaction regarding her intensity and focus during the match. “At the beginning, I felt like, I don’t know, like she played really fast and also the court is a bit different, so I wanted to find my rhythm,” she said. “But later on, I just felt like I’m really in my bubble and in the zone.”
She noted the importance of making bold decisions on the court as she adjusted to the pace of the match. “I think I forced the ball kind of to go in. So, I’m just happy with the quality and with my serve, as well,” Swiatek added.
With the quarterfinals looming, tennis enthusiasts are eagerly watching to see if Swiatek can maintain her momentum against Anisimova. The match details remain a hot topic, as fans speculate on whether Swiatek can replicate her earlier success.
Stay tuned for more updates as the U.S. Open progresses and the stakes grow higher in this thrilling tournament.
