Iga Swiatek advances in Beijing while citing inspiration from Francisco Roig
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 2:00 PM
Last updated Oct 3, 2026
Iga Swiatek defeated Gao Xinyu in straight sets to reach the third round of the China Open on Saturday. After a challenging Grand Slam season, she hired Francisco Roig as her coach in April, which has revitalized her performance. Swiatek expressed gratitude for training under Roig, highlighting his influence on her game. She is currently ranked ninth in the WTA standings and aims to qualify for the year-end WTA Finals, where currently only eight players will make the cut.
- •Swiatek won against Gao Xinyu in the second round of the China Open.
- •She is currently ranked ninth in the WTA rankings.
- •Swiatek hired coach Francisco Roig in April after a tough Grand Slam season.
- •Only eight players qualify for the year-end WTA Finals.
- •Swiatek has two remaining tournaments to accumulate points.
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — Iga Swiatek explains why she finds working with Francisco Roig particularly ‘inspiring’ after winning in Beijing
"It’s been a season full of ups and downs for former world number one Iga Swiatek, who is now placed ninth in the WTA rankings....
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