Swiatek Responds to Reporter About Need for Rest After US Open

Iga Swiatek Answers Question About Mental Rest After US Open Defeat

The Polish tennis player Iga Swiatek starred in an unusual moment during a press conference after her defeat in the quarterfinals of the US Open against Amanda Anisimova. Swiatek, who has had an intense summer season, including the victory at Wimbledon and the title in Cincinnati, answered a question about whether she needed a mental break. The tennis player, when questioned about her possible fatigue, replied directly, generating an exchange with the reporter.

It’s not like my matches have been exhausting here.

Iga Swiatek

The reporter, clarifying that she was referring to a mental break, received an even more forceful response from Swiatek. The exchange ended with a joke and good wishes from Swiatek to the reporter.