The match between Iga Swiatek and Caroline Garcia was stopped briefly in the second set due to a malfunction and the Pole was the player that handled it better.
When the match resumed, Garcia was unable to keep up a strong rhythm, which allowed Swiatek to end it successfully. Iga said she was able to take this stoppage better because she had a similar one in Miami earlier in the year.
"I already had similar situations. If only in Miami there were fans in the stands who probably drank inappropriate drinks and disturbed a bit (laughs). Then I proved to myself that I can concentrate in such moments. Here the break was short, I could catch my breath and concentrate on the service," explained Swiatek after the match.
As a result of the WTA Finals' underwhelming attendance, much has been said about the venue decision. Swiatek reacted when asked if she would want to have the event in Poland one day.
"In terms of sport, it would be demanding for me. I would have to spend four times more energy concentrating to focus on what is happening on the court," Swiatek said. "However, I am very much in favor of it. I have always wanted to promote tennis in Poland. I try to do it step by step."
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