Wim Fissette, coach of the world number two from Poland Igi Swiatek named the tennis player, whom he considers the most formidable opponent on the WTA tour for his ward, writes Sports.kz.
In a conversation with Polish Przegląd Sportowy, the mentor was asked to name the most difficult opponent for Iga. Fissette did not hesitate to name the representative of Kazakhstan Elena Rybakina: “Rybakina,” the Belgian specialist answered laconically.
Let us remind you that Elena Rybakina completed the 2024 season in sixth place in the WTA world rankings. Last season, Rybakina was forced to miss a large number of tournaments due to health problems.
Rybakina was ranked above Shwiatek and Sabalenka and recognized as the best in the world
