Poland's Iga Swiatek said capturing the women's world number one ranking was a 'surreal' achievement, with the 20-year-old set to replace retired Ash Barty at the top of the rankings.
Tennis - Australian Open - Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia - January 27, 2022 Poland's Iga Swiatek reacts during her semi final match against Danielle Collins of the U.S. REUTERS/Loren ElliottMarch 25 - Poland's Iga Swiatek said capturing the women's world number one ranking was a "surreal" achievement, with the 20-year-old set to replace retired Ash Barty at the top of the rankings.
"I never really imagined that moment, because truth to be told, I was working day by day and I was playing tennis well, but I never had that like that strong belief that it can actually happen. So it's even more surreal for me." "Honestly, it's like part of the job, so I always knew if I'm gonna succeed, it's going to be there. I really appreciate people being really enthusiastic and really pumped up because I think sometimes I'm even playing for them.
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