Former ATP pro gives his take on Iga Swiatek & Daria Abramowicz's relationship dynamic amid criticism

Former Polish ATP professional tennis player has made his feelings known about the dynamic between Iga Swiatek and Daria Abramowicz. Abramowicz, a sports psychologist, has been a common topic of discussion among the Pole's fans of late.

Swiatek's team approached Abramowicz in February 2019, in order to strengthen the her mental game. The World No. 2 has achieved tremendous success since then, becoming a five-time Grand Slam champion. However, many in the tennis community are not fans of Abramowicz's work with Swiatek.

During an interview with Sport.pl, former World No.14 Jerzy Janowicz was asked to opine on the dynamic between Iga Swiatek and Daria Abramowicz. Janowicz replied:

"I'd rather call her a friend than a psychologist. Most good psychologists who work with the best athletes in the world tend to keep to themselves. We often don't even know they exist."

He was then asked if a psychologist and an athlete can be friends. Janowicz responded:

"I doubt it. A psychologist should keep their distance from the athlete so that too close a relationship doesn't interfere with their work," Janowicz responded.

However, it is worth noting that the 23-year-old has always strongly defended her psychologist amid criticism.

Janowicz also opined on the Pole's recent 'nervous' moments at the Qatar Open and the Dubai Tennis Championships.

"Even players like Rafael Nadal tried to introduce new elements to their game" - Jerzy Janwicz on Iga Swiatek's recent struggles

Iga Swiatek - Source: Getty

Iga Swiatek had a difficult outing at the Middle East swing this year, losing in the semifinals of the Qatar Open and the quarterfinals of the Dubai Tennis Championships. There were moments during both events when the Pole lost her cool; she even exhibited anger by snubbing her coach Wim Fissette following her exit in Dubai.

Jerzy Jonwicz opined on the reason that could have possibly caused the moments of 'frustration' in recent times.

"I would rather say that she was frustrated because she had lost the ease of winning points. Until recently, it was enough to speed up twice with the forehand and the opponents couldn't handle it. Now, something more is needed, because the opponents have learned it. Even players like Rafael Nadal, when they were at the top, tried to introduce new elements to their game to have a wider range of solutions."

Iga Swiatek will be the second seed at the Indian Wells Open, where she will look to defend her title. She defeated Maria Sakkari in the final last year to win the event.