Wimbledon, Iga Świątek and Amanda Anisimova
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Tennis fans could witness a whole lot of history made in '26. This article was originally published on www.si.com as Jannik Sinner, Iga Świątek Can Make Rare Tennis History in 2026 After Wimbledon Wins.
It’s Iga Świątek, the five-time Grand Slam champion who spent 125 weeks as the world No. 1 between early 2022 and late 2024. She’s the No. 8 seed at Wimbledon, but she’s actually the world No. 4. Only four players are left in the draw now, and she is one of them — for the first time.
Iga Świątek has never been shy about her admiration for the legendary Rafael Nadal. The Polish superstar has frequently talked about how big of an inspiration the 22-time major champion was on her own career as she rose to prominence. Over the years, Nadal has wholeheartedly embraced Świątek as she's tried to follow in his footsteps.
Anisimova is seeking her first career Grand Slam and is to finally break through as one of the top players in the sport, after several years of nearly achieving greatness. In the semifinals, the American defeated Aryna Sabalenka, the world number one-ranked female tennis player, in three sets, 6-4, 4-6, and 6-4.
Tomasz is a former athlete; he competed in the 1988 Olympics in Korea in the men's quadruple sculls event, placing seventh. “Most of the stories he tells are about traveling and seeing the world but also about disappointments.
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Iga Świątek, the 2025 Wimbledon Championships women's singles winner, had the Venus Rosewater Dish taken off of her after winning the tennis Grand Slam.
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Iga Świątek’s go-to meal during tournaments is a nostalgic Polish dish: pasta with strawberries. The dish combines pasta, mashed strawberries, yogurt, honey, and vanilla for a light, sweet meal. Rich in nutrients and easy to make, it’s a refreshing summer option packed with health benefits.
After winning her third-round match against Danielle Collins, Polish tennis player and Wimbledon champion Iga Świątek revealed that her favourite dish is pasta with strawberries, which resonated with some,