Iga Swiatek's ex-coach speaks out on 'difficult situations' before shock split
Iga Swiatek parted ways with Tomasz Wiktorowski after three years together.
Iga Swiatek’s ex-coach has broken his silence on their recent split.
The world No. 1 recently parted ways with Tomasz Wiktorowski after three years together.
The Polish coach explained why they decided to stop working together, addressing speculation over “difficult situations” in the team.
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Wiktorowski joined Swiatek’s team in time for the 2022 season and they went on to have a wildly successful partnership which saw the 23-year-old reach world No. 1 and win four Grand Slams under his tutelage.
But they called it quits earlier this month, with Swiatek confirming that the pair “decided to part ways”. The five-time Major winner has not played a match since, skipping the WTA 1000 events in China and Wuhan.
Wiktorowski has now publicly addressed their coaching split, confirming that they mutually and respectfully decided to end their cooperation.
“It was simply a necessity. We have never made sudden and, above all, ill-considered decisions.” Wiktorowski told Przegląd Sportowy.
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“There have been a lot of speculations and insinuations… Definitely too much, considering that the message that was issued very precisely defines our decision.
“It is enough to read it with understanding, not with the intention of looking for sensation. Our end of cooperation was done with respect for both parties, and no fake news will change that.”
However, the 43-year-old admitted there were occasional tough moments in the Swiatek camp. He continued: “I think that in general we had a very good relationship in the team.
“During three years of intensive cooperation, it is impossible to avoid difficult situations, but even then, we always found a way to reach an agreement and get back on track.
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“Iga and everything related to the preparation of a player at the highest level have always been a priority for us.”
Swiatek has yet to confirm a replacement coach for Wiktorowski but she’s still working with physio Maciej Ryszczuk and my psychologist Daria Abramowicz.
After splitting with her long-time coach, the world No. 1 said she was looking to bring in a “non-Polish” voice.
Swiatek has not played since the US Open. The 23-year-old has qualified for the season-ending WTA Finals in Riyadh and it remains to be seen whether she will compete. She previously ruled herself out of the Billie Jean King Cup Finals in November.
