Iga Swiatek is once again the favorite to continue advancing in the main draw of the Mutua Madrid Open 2024. The Pole speaks to the media after her victory against Sorana Cirstea to talk about how conditions change with the roof closed, in addition to the mental aspect of tennis.
Sensations and conditions
“It was very solid, I am happy with my performance, especially the way I maintained the intensity from the beginning to the end. I felt at peace and very confident. The only thing I thought about was the wind, Sometimes you can feel it on this court. We didn’t know if we would play with a closed roof or not until 15 minutes before, when they were already sure. I was prepared for any scenario, it seemed a bit like Roland Garros 2020 because of today’s weather. well under these conditions.”
What makes you a great favorite?
“I think all the mental things, I always try to be present and do the same job no matter what phase of the match I’m in. Sometimes it’s really hard for you to close out a match or you lose your serve when you’re up. It’s just because you lose focus. “I want to continue in the same way.”
The growth of tennis in terms of popularity
“It’s good that this sport is becoming more popular. I think it’s fun. The pressure is great because it’s an individual sport. That makes it more fun and exciting.”
About Rafa Nadal
“I hope he plays here as much as possible. He has been a great inspiration. I say that in the past tense because when I was little he was practically the only player I paid attention to, but not just because of his tennis on clay. I paid attention to him because of how he is off the track, because of how he never gives up and his mentality.
2024-04-27 12:43:00
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