A former world No 9 has harshly criticised Iga Swiatek and declared the Polish star is the only tennis player he does not like.
Andrei Chesnokov's Critique
Elena Rybakina's former coach, Andrei Chesnokov, has expressed harsh criticism towards Iga Swiatek, stating that she is the only tennis player he dislikes. He specifically pointed out her tendency to make excuses after losses.
Comments from Other Players
This is not the first time Swiatek has faced criticism. Former world No 1 Yevgeny Kafelnikov also criticized her and claimed that she deserves a reduced pay. Additionally, American former players have accused her of using bathroom breaks to disrupt her opponents.
Swiatek's Response
In the lead-up to the 2024 US Open, Swiatek noted that her expectations were lower than the previous year, suggesting that she was focused on staying grounded and taking her tournament progress step by step.
Upcoming Matches
Iga Swiatek is set to begin her US Open campaign against world No 104 Kamilla Rakhimova, aiming for her sixth Grand Slam title.
