Iga Świątek is a Polish professional tennis player who has rapidly ascended to the pinnacle of women's tennis. Ranked world No. 1 by the Women's Tennis Association (WTA), she is a five-time major women's singles champion, having won the French Open four times -- in 2020, 2022, 2023 and 2024 -- and the US Open in 2022. As of June 2024, she has won a total of 22 singles titles and ten WTA 1000 titles.

Świątek's playing style is characterized by her heavy topspin forehand, robust backhand, and ability to construct points with a blend of power and finesse. She first garnered international attention as a junior, winning the Wimbledon girls' singles title in 2018. Her breakthrough on the senior tour came in 2020 when, at just 19 years old, she won the French Open, becoming the youngest woman to claim the title since Monica Seles in 1992, and the first Polish player to win a Grand Slam singles title. Świątek's mental fortitude was on full display during her 2020 French Open run, where she did not drop a set throughout the tournament.

Świątek often speaks about the importance of balancing her athletic career with personal growth and education. She frequently engages in charitable activities and is a strong advocate for mental health awareness in sports. She has frequently contributed considerable money from her prize winnings in support of World Mental Health Day, UNICEF and other causes.

In 2024, she was named the first Polish ambassador of cosmetics company Lancôme, the first athlete among its brand ambassadors.

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