Iga Świątek's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Iga Świątek.

Iga Świątek is a highly accomplished Polish professional tennis player, currently ranked No. 3 worldwide. She previously held the No. 1 ranking for 125 weeks. Świątek has secured 23 WTA Tour-level singles titles, highlighted by six major championships: four French Open titles, one Wimbledon title, and one US Open title. Her achievements also include winning the 2023 WTA Finals and ten WTA 1000 titles. Świątek is the first Polish player to ever win a major singles title.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1911: Wimbledon Women's Final Record

In 1911, the Wimbledon women's final ended with no lost games, a feat matched in 2024 by Świątek.

1975: Chris Evert

Chris Evert achieved 260 weeks as number 1, starting in 1975.

1976: Evonne Goolagong

Evonne Goolagong achieved 2 weeks as number 1 in 1976.

1978: Martina Navratilova

Martina Navratilova achieved 331 weeks as number 1, starting in 1978.

1980: Tracy Austin

Tracy Austin achieved 22 weeks as number 1 in 1980.

1983: Martina Navratilova's Game Record

In 1983, Martina Navratilova set the record for fewest games lost in a final, losing only two. This record was broken in 2023.

1985: Chris Evert

Chris Evert achieved 260 weeks as number 1, up to 1985.

1987: Martina Navratilova

Martina Navratilova achieved 331 weeks as number 1, up to 1987.

1988: Tied Second-Fewest Games Lost at French Open

In 2020, Iga Świątek's 28 games lost in total were tied for the second-fewest among French Open singles champions in the Open Era behind only the 20 games Steffi Graf lost in 1988, showcasing her dominance.

1991: Monica Seles

Monica Seles achieved 178 weeks as number 1, starting in 1991.

1992: Youngest Women's Singles Winner Since Monica Seles

In 2020, Iga Świątek became the youngest women's singles winner at the French Open since Monica Seles in 1992, highlighting her exceptional talent.

1995: Arantxa Sánchez Vicario

Arantxa Sánchez Vicario achieved 12 weeks as number 1 in 1995.

1996: Monica Seles

Monica Seles achieved 178 weeks as number 1, up to 1996.

1997: Steffi Graf

Steffi Graf achieved 377 weeks as number 1, up to 1997.

1998: Lindsay Davenport

Lindsay Davenport achieved 98 weeks as number 1, starting in 1998.

2001: Martina Hingis

Jennifer Capriati achieved 17 weeks as number 1, starting in 2001. Martina Hingis achieved 209 weeks as number 1, up to 2001.

2002: Venus Williams and Serena Williams

Venus Williams achieved 11 weeks as number 1 in 2002. Serena Williams achieved 319 weeks as number 1, starting in 2002.

2003: Round-Robin Format Reintroduction and Game Records

In 2003, the round-robin format was reintroduced at the WTA Finals. Also, Kim Clijsters lost two games in the final, a record held until 2023.

2003: Kim Clijsters and Justine Henin

Kim Clijsters achieved 20 weeks as number 1, starting in 2003. Justine Henin achieved 117 weeks as number 1, starting in 2003.

2004: Amélie Mauresmo

Amélie Mauresmo achieved 39 weeks as number 1, starting in 2004.

2005: Youngest French Open Champion Since Rafael Nadal

In 2020, Iga Świątek became the youngest singles champion at the French Open since Rafael Nadal in 2005, marking a historic achievement.

2005: Maria Sharapova

Maria Sharapova achieved 21 weeks as number 1, starting in 2005.

2006: Lindsay Davenport

Lindsay Davenport achieved 98 weeks as number 1, up to 2006.

2008: Justine Henin, Ana Ivanovic, and Jelena Janković

Justine Henin achieved 117 weeks as number 1, up to 2008. Ana Ivanovic achieved 12 weeks as number 1 in 2008. Jelena Janković achieved 18 weeks as number 1, starting in 2008.

2009: Jelena Janković and Dinara Safina

Jelena Janković achieved 18 weeks as number 1, up to 2009. Dinara Safina achieved 26 weeks as number 1 in 2009.

2010: Caroline Wozniacki

Caroline Wozniacki achieved 71 weeks as number 1, starting in 2010.

2011: Kim Clijsters

Kim Clijsters achieved 20 weeks as number 1, up to 2011.

2012: Maria Sharapova and Victoria Azarenka

Maria Sharapova achieved 21 weeks as number 1, up to 2012. Victoria Azarenka achieved 51 weeks as number 1, starting in 2012.

2013: Serena Williams's Dominance

In 2013, Serena Williams achieved a year of dominance with more than 11,000 ranking points and the highest amount of wins in a single season. Iga Świątek matched that performance in 2022 by achieving more than 11,000 ranking points, but ended up second overall in WTA history.

2013: Serena Williams wins Madrid, Rome, and the French Open

In 2013, Serena Williams won Madrid, Rome, and the French Open, a feat matched by Świątek in 2024.

2013: Madrid-Rome Sweep

In 2013, both Serena Williams and Rafael Nadal won Madrid and Rome. Świątek would be the first player to match this feat in 2024.

2013: Victoria Azarenka

Victoria Azarenka achieved 51 weeks as number 1, up to 2013.

2015: Serena Williams' Hardcourt Titles

In 2015, Serena Williams became the first player to win three consecutive titles at the same hardcourt tournament. Iga would repeat this feat in 2024.

2016: Angelique Kerber

Angelique Kerber achieved 34 weeks as number 1, starting in 2016.

2016: Junior Fed Cup Victory

In 2016, Świątek, along with Maja Chwalińska and Stefania Rogozińska-Dzik, won the Junior Fed Cup title for Poland, defeating the United States in the final.

2017: Serena Williams, Karolína Plíšková, Garbiñe Muguruza, and Simona Halep

Serena Williams achieved 319 weeks as number 1, up to 2017. Karolína Plíšková achieved 8 weeks as number 1 in 2017. Garbiñe Muguruza achieved 4 weeks as number 1 in 2017. Simona Halep achieved 64 weeks as number 1, starting in 2017.

February 2018: Returns from Injury with ITF Title

In February 2018, Iga Świątek returned to the ITF circuit after a seven-month layoff due to injury, winning a title in her first tournament back, demonstrating her resilience.

2018: Caroline Wozniacki

Caroline Wozniacki achieved 71 weeks as number 1, up to 2018.

2018: Summer Youth Olympic Games Gold Medal

In 2018, Świątek partnered with Kaja Juvan to win the gold medal in doubles at the Summer Youth Olympic Games.

2019: Runner-Up for WTA Fan Favorite

In 2019, Iga Świątek finished as runner-up to Simona Halep in the voting for the WTA Fan Favorite Singles Player of the Year award, indicating her growing popularity.

2019: WTA Fan Favorite Shot of the Year 2019

In 2019, Iga Świątek won the WTA Fan Favorite Shot of the Year with a drop shot from the baseline, showcasing her skill and creativity on the court.

2019: WTA Shot of the Year in 2019

In 2019, Iga Świątek won the WTA Shot of the Year with a cross-court drop shot from the baseline.

2019: First WTA Final and Top-50 Victory

In April 2019, Iga Świątek reached her first WTA final at the Ladies Open Lugano and secured her first top-50 victory, marking a breakthrough in her career.

2019: Naomi Osaka and Ashleigh Barty

Naomi Osaka achieved 25 weeks as number 1 in 2019. Ashleigh Barty achieved 121 weeks as number 1, starting in 2019.

2020: Forehand and Backhand Speed at the 2020 French Open

During her run to the title at the 2020 French Open, Iga Świątek's average forehand speed was 73 mph (117 km/h), and her forehand topspin reached 3,453 rpm. Her backhand speed peaked at 76 mph (122 km/h).

2020: Winners surpass unforced errors at the 2020 French Open

During the 2020 French Open, Iga Świątek hit more winners than unforced errors in all seven of her matches, totaling 175 winners to 127 unforced errors.

2020: WTA Fan Favorite Singles Player of the Year 2020

In 2020, Iga Świątek was voted WTA Fan Favorite Singles Player of the Year, highlighting her popularity and appeal among tennis fans.

March 2021: Enters Top 15 in Rankings

In March 2021, following her first WTA Tour title at Adelaide, Iga Świątek entered the top 15 in the world rankings for the first time in her career.

May 2021: Enters WTA Top Ten

In May 2021, Iga Świątek entered the top ten of the WTA rankings for the first time, marking a significant milestone in her career.

2022: Ashleigh Barty and Iga Świątek

Ashleigh Barty achieved 121 weeks as number 1, up to 2022. Iga Świątek achieved 125 weeks as number 1, starting in 2022.

2022: Year-End No. 1 and Record Wins

In 2022, Iga Świątek finished the season as year-end No. 1 and posted a 67–9 win-loss record, the most wins in a single season since Serena Williams in 2013. Świątek became the first player since Serena Williams in 2013 to collect over 11,000 ranking points in a single season, accumulating the second-highest ranking points total in WTA history.

2022: Victory against Coco Gauff in the 2022 French Open final

In 2022, Iga Świątek won against Coco Gauff in straight sets at the French Open final.

2022: Tecnifibre celebrates Swiatek's victory at the 2022 French Open

In 2022, To celebrate Iga Swiatek's victory at the French Open using a Tecnifibre racquet, the company changed its marketing name to Swiateknifibre and its trademark to white and red for seven days. She also signed a contract with Rolex in 2021.

September 2023: Winning Streak Ends

In September 2023, Iga Świątek's 18-match winning streak came to an end with a loss to Linda Nosková at the Australian Open, although she maintained her world No. 1 ranking.

2023: Aryna Sabalenka

Aryna Sabalenka achieved 37 weeks as number 1, starting in 2023.

2023: "Iga's Bakery" trend in 2023

During the 2023 season, Iga Świątek won a bagel set in 29 percent of her matches. This led to the use of the term "Iga's Bakery".

2023: Double Bagel against Xinyu Wang at the 2023 French Open

Iga Świątek dispensed a double bagel against Xinyu Wang in the 2023 French Open.

2023: Victory against Coco Gauff in the 2023 French Open quarterfinal

In 2023, Iga Świątek defeated Coco Gauff in straight sets in the French Open quarterfinal.

2023: Repeats Year-End No. 1 Feat

In 2023, Iga Świątek defended her French Open title and claimed the WTA Finals, repeating her year-end No. 1 feat.

2023: Qatar Ladies Open and Dubai Championships

In 2023, Iga Świątek reached the final of the Qatar Ladies Open as a two-time defending champion and claimed her seventh WTA 1000 title, not dropping a set en route to the title for the second consecutive year. She also reached the quarterfinals in 9+ consecutive appearances between the 2023 Dubai and 2024 Dubai Championships.

2023: Awards and Recognition in 2023

In 2023, Iga Świątek was named L'Équipe Champion of Champions, Polish Sports Personality of the Year, and included on Time's list of the 100 most influential people in the world, marking a year of significant recognition.

2023: Six Titles and Top Ranking

In 2023, Iga Świątek won six titles, marking a statistically less dominant season compared to 2022. She began the year as the fourth woman in WTA history to hold the world No. 1 ranking for 40 or more consecutive weeks in her first stint. She partnered with fellow compatriots including Hubert Hurkacz at the United Cup reaching the semi-finals. At the Australian Open, she lost in the fourth round to Elena Rybakina. Rybakina would then upset Świątek two more times later in the year, respectively in the semi-finals at the Indian Wells Open and in the quarterfinals at the Italian Open.

May 2024: "Iga's Bakery" Statistics as of May 2024

Up until May 2024, an average of 40.6 percent of Iga Świątek's matches have included either a 6-0 (bagel) set or a 6-1 (breadstick) set.

2024: 2024 Summer Olympics

At the 2024 Summer Olympics, Świątek won the bronze-medal match becoming the first player from Poland to win an Olympic medal in tennis.

2024: Iga Świątek

Iga Świątek achieved 125 weeks as number 1, up to 2024.

2024: Double Bagel against Anastasia Potapova at the 2024 French Open

Iga Świątek dispensed a double bagel against Anastasia Potapova in the 2024 French Open.

2024: 2024 French Open Semifinal Victory and WTA Finals Loss to Coco Gauff

In 2024, Iga Świątek defeated Coco Gauff in straight sets in the French Open semifinal. However, Gauff won against Świątek at the 2024 WTA Finals.

2024: Qatar Ladies Open and Dubai Championships

In 2024, Iga Świątek reached the semifinals of the Qatar Ladies Open. Iga Świątek reached the quarterfinals in 9+ consecutive appearances between the 2023 Dubai and 2024 Dubai Championships.

2024: French Open Victory and Historic Achievement

In 2024, Iga Świątek won the French Open, securing her third consecutive and fourth overall title at the tournament. She became the third player in history to win three consecutive French Open titles and the second woman to win Madrid, Rome, and the French Open in the same season, after Serena Williams in 2013.

2024: Madrid Open Final

In 2024, Świątek defeated Sabalenka in the Madrid Open final after 3 hours and 11 minutes, saving three championship points in the process.

June 2025: Undefeated Record of Jelena Ostapenko against Iga Świątek

As of June 2025, Jelena Ostapenko holds a 6-0 head-to-head lead over Iga Świątek, making her the only active player with an undefeated record against Świątek across multiple matches.

July 2025: Double Bagel against Amanda Anisimova at the 2025 Wimbledon final

As of July 2025, Iga Świątek has dispensed the rarer double bagel nine times in her WTA career, one of which was against Amanda Anisimova in the 2025 Wimbledon final.