Despite a mixed finish to her 2025 season, Iga Swiatek can look back on some key highlights — and remains one of the most dangerous players on the WTA Tour.
Titles and Resilience
Swiatek’s second title of the year came at the Cincinnati Open, where she defeated Italy’s Jasmine Paolini 7–5, 6–4 in the final. Just a month later, she lifted another trophy at the Korea Open in Seoul, rallying from a set down to beat Ekaterina Alexandrova 1–6, 7–6, 7–5.
A Setback in the Heat
Her Cincinnati triumph came at a cost. Swiatek’s team later confirmed that she suffered a heat-related injury during that tournament — one that visibly affected her level in the weeks that followed:
- US Open: Quarterfinal loss to Amanda Anisimova (4–6, 3–6)
- China Open (Beijing): Fourth-round defeat to Emma Navarro (6–4, 4–6, 0–6)
- Wuhan Open: Quarterfinal loss to Jasmine Paolini (1–6, 2–6)
Eyes on the WTA Finals
It remains uncertain whether Swiatek will play another tournament before the WTA Finals, but her qualification is already secured. As Wimbledon Champion 2025 she’ll join:
- Aryna Sabalenka (World No. 1)
- Coco Gauff (defending champion)
- Amanda Anisimova
- Jessica Pegula
- Madison Keys
- Jasmine Paolini/Elena Rybakina/Mirra Andreeva
The WTA Finals — the last major event of the season — will take place November 1–8 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where Gauff will aim to defend her 2024 crown won over Qinwen Zheng.
Mindset Intact
Despite the late-season struggles, Swiatek remains mentally solid and seasoned under pressure. A proven year-end contender, the Pole is expected to draw new momentum from her upcoming Billie Jean King Cup appearance. For Polish fans, there’s every reason to stay optimistic.