Iga Swiatek's coach remains focused on WTA Finals qualification goal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
Iga Swiatek's coach, Francisco Roig, confirmed that qualifying for the WTA Finals remains their primary goal for 2026. Currently ranked 10th in the Live WTA Race, Swiatek trails eighth-place Linda Noskova by 650 points. Roig emphasized the importance of upcoming tournaments, stating that strong performances could improve their chances despite the current standing. Swiatek starts her campaign at the China Open on September 28, aiming to reclaim form and secure critical points ahead of the season's end.
- •Swiatek is 10th in the Live WTA Race with 3,584 points.
- •She is 650 points behind Linda Noskova, who is currently qualifying.
- •Roig states qualifying for the WTA Finals is still a priority.
- •The China Open begins on September 28 for Swiatek.
- •Swiatek won the WTA Finals in 2023, making this season's omission significant.
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — Iga Swiatek’s coach responds when asked if reaching the WTA Finals is still their goal for 2026
"Iga Swiatek sits outside the qualification spots for this year’s WTA Finals. The six-time Grand Slam champion hasn’t been anywhere near her best in 2026....
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