Shockwaves in the Stands! Iga Świątek’s Words Spark Sudden Uproar

Iga Świątek secured a hard-fought victory against Dayana Yastremska, though not without some challenges. Following the match, the Polish star gave an on-court interview, and at one moment, her words sparked an uproar among the crowd.

After dominating Victoria Azarenka on Tuesday (6-0, 6-2), Świątek returned to the court the next day for her WTA 1000 Dubai Round of 16 match against Yastremska. The encounter ended in a straight-sets win for the world No. 1 (7-5, 6-0). While the first set was closely contested, Świątek cruised through the second, sealing her place in the next round.

The match against the Ukrainian didn’t draw an overwhelming number of spectators, with many empty seats visible in the stands. However, those who did attend made their support known, cheering on the Polish star throughout the match.

During her post-match interview, Świątek directly addressed the fans in the stands. “Thank you so much for coming and supporting me,” she said, prompting an eruption of applause. “It’s truly amazing to be here—thank you so much, and see you tomorrow!” she added, leaving the crowd buzzing with excitement.