US Open 2022: ‘I was not expecting to win before the tournament’ – Iga Swiatek on 'crazy' victory

Iga Swiatek has revealed she did not expect to win the US Open before the tournament started, as she beat Ons Jabeur in the final. Swiatek raced to the first set in just 30 minutes and came out on top in a tense tie-break to win 6-2 7-6(5) to claim her third Grand Slam title. Ad In the build-up to the US Open, she had some difficult performances and early exits but hit form at the right time at Flushing Meadows.

US Open'An incredible champion' — Swiatek triumph 'amazing' says ClijstersAN HOUR AGO “I was not expecting it [to win] at all, especially before the start of the tournament,” said Swiatek after the match. “It was such a challenging time, coming back after winning a Grand Slam, it's always tricky, even though Roland-Garros was the second one [Grand Slam win]. “So I really needed to stay composed and focus on the goals, and for sure this tournament was really challenging because it’s New York, it's so loud, it's so crazy.

“There are so many sensations in the city. So many people I've met who are so inspiring. It's really mind-blowing for me and I'm so proud that I could handle it mentally.” On her opponent, Jabeur, who fought hard in a close second set, Swiatek added: “Ons has had an amazing season and tournament.