With the French Open on the horizon, the focus shifts to how many times Iga Swiatek will hoist the Coupe Suzanne Lenglen during her career, rather than whether she will claim the women's singles title again. At just 22 years old, Swiatek's dominance on clay positions her as a formidable contender to challenge the women's title record at a single Grand Slam, with legends like Chris Evert, Steffi Graf, and Justine Henin within reach.
Arriving in Paris amidst a 12-match winning streak on clay, Swiatek appears poised to continue her reign on the Parisian dirt for years to come. With a versatile game that mirrors Martin Navratilova's prowess on grass, Swiatek's trajectory suggests a potential era of domination akin to the tennis greats of the past.
While Swiatek remains humble and focused on the task at hand, the list of contenders to halt her progress is limited. Belarus's Aryna Sabalenka emerges as a natural rival, while Coco Gauff and Elena Rybakina also pose threats. However, with last year's runner-up Karolina Muchova sidelined due to injury, all signs point to another Swiatek triumph at Roland Garros, where her mental fortitude and exceptional clay court skills set her apart on the grand stage.
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