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Iga Swiatek became the target of some harsh words by a podcaster. Meanwhile, Emma Raducanu reflected on her early US Open win and how it affected her career.
In other news, Eugenie Bouchard gave an update on the eye injury that she sustained while playing Pickleball. Also, a Next Gen ATP player reflected on the iconic match between Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic in 2019.
On that note, here are today's top tennis news:
Iga Swiatek was targetted by harsh comments during a podcast
World No. 2 Iga Swiatek was at the receiving end of some harsh comments by Chris Hasek-Watt. The podcaster claimed that Swiatek was 'unlikeable' during one of his shows.
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During a recent episode of one of his podcasts, 'Love Means Nothing', Hasek-Watt suggested that there was nothing likable about Swiatek. He further suggested that tennis fans like Jannik Sinner more because the Italian is a more likable character.
“I’m just gonna say it, there’s nothing likeable about Iga Swiatek and I think a lot of people that were protecting [Jannik] Sinner aren’t speaking out to protect Swiatek because people don’t like her. People like Sinner. He’s a good guy,” Hasek-Watt said.
Emma Raducanu opens up about her 'frustrating' US Open win
Emma Raducanu opened up about her US Open win as a 19-year-old and how that has shaped her career. The Brit star has struggled with form and injuries and has yet to win a single trophy since then.
Speaking to LTA National Tennis Center, Raducanu claimed that the Grand Slam title was a dream for her, however, winning one at such an early stage of her career left her feeling uncertain about what next.
“Initially when I first started, before I won the US Open, my main reason was: ‘I want to win a grand slam’. And that happened so young. I’m so grateful for it. But as soon as that happens, I’m like, ‘OK, well what now? I want to win another grand slam’. It’s just not sustainable," Raducanu said.
Eugenie Bouchard provides an update on her eye injury
Eugenie Bouchard has updated her fans about the recent eye injury she sustained while playing pickleball. The Canadian star injured her eye while preparing for the Pickleball Slam 3 event.
Bouchard thanked fans for their support but admitted that her eye was still hurting. The Canadian added that her recovery has been going well and she will be back on the court soon. She also stated that she no longer had to wear her eyepatch like a 'pirate'.
"Thank u for all the messages about my eye! it still hurts but has been improving. at least no more pirate genie," she posted on her Instagram story.
Next Gen ATP player reflects on the iconic Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer match of 2019
Joao Fonseca is set to make history by becoming the first-ever Brazilian player to compete at the ATP Next Gen tournament. The young star reflected on the iconic Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic Wimbledon final of 2019 ahead of the event.
Fonseca claimed that if he could change one result it would be the Wimbledon 2019 final. The Brazilian star reflected on the final when Djokovic saved two match points on Federer's serve before eventually winning the marathon final in four hours and 55 minutes.
"The one in 2019, when Roger had match point against [Novak] Djokovic at Wimbledon. I wish I would be Roger, so I could make an ace at 40/15 [on championship point]. I want to change history!"
