Nick Kyrgios accuses Iga Swiatek of playing 'victim card' as Pole recalls uncertainty during 'chaotic' doping tests ordeal

Iga Swiatek recently reflected on the uncertainty she faced regarding the length of her suspension after her doping controversy. Nick Kyrgios, a frequent critic of the Pole’s doping row, later took a jab at her remarks.

Swiatek tested positive for trace amounts of the banned substance trimetazidine in August 2024. The Pole served a provisional suspension from September 12 to October 4 and was required to complete an additional month before being cleared to compete on December 4. The former World No. 1 missed several tournaments during this period, including two WTA 1000 events in Beijing and Wuhan.

In a recent conversation with Tennis Insider Club regarding her doping case, Swiatek opened up about the confusion and stress she endured after testing positive, particularly the uncertainty surrounding the length of her suspension.

"I had no idea what happened. At the beginning I didn't have a source right on. We had to send supplements to the tabs and wait for the results. It was so chaotic, I didn't know if it was going to be, two years, three months or something else. It was really tough. I don't want to go through this again," the World No. 2 said.

Kyrgios, who has repeatedly criticized the verdict favoring the 23-year-old, later accused her of playing the "victim card." He wrote:

"The old I’m the victim card - this tennis world really controls the narrative - it’s a bad joke."

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Nick Kyrgios also took a subtle jab at Iga Swiatek's doping controversy after Team Poland lost in the United Cup Final

Iga Swiatek at 2025 United Cup (Image Source: Getty)

The United Cup recently concluded, with Team USA emerging as the tournament champions. Iga Swiatek's team Poland reached the final but fell short. Coco Gauff secured a commanding 6-4, 6-4 victory over the 23-year-old before Taylor Fritz sealed victory for the the Americans with a hard-fought 6-4, 5-7, 7-6(4) win over Hubert Hurkacz.

Notably, after losing the first set to Gauff, Swiatek brought out her signature notebook, which she often carries during matches. The notebook contains her tactics and key reminders designed to help her regain focus during challenging moments on the court.

However, this prompted yet another jibe from Nick Kyrgios, who seemingly alluded to Swiatek's doping controversy by referring to it as "the other help."

"And with all the other help 😅", he wrote.

Last season, Swiatek showcased grit on the court, clinching four tour titles in Doha, Indian Wells, Madrid, and Rome and a Grand Slam victory at Roland Garros.