Published on 10:31 AM, June 05, 2022

Swiatek 'overwhelmed' by Lewandowski support

A handout photograph taken and released by the Federation Francaise de Tennis (FFT) on June 4, 2022, shows Poland's Iga Swiatek posing with the trophy and relatives in the locker room after winning the women's final against US' Coco Gauff. Photo: AFP
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French Open women's champion Iga Swiatek said she was "overwhelmed" after finding out Poland and Bayern Munich striker Robert Lewandowski was in attendance to witness her claim a second Grand Slam title on the Parisian clay.

Following her 6-1, 6-3 win over American teenager Coco Gauff in Saturday's final, Swiatek had a handshake and a quick hug with her compatriot after going up to the stands to celebrate with her team.

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"I didn't know (Lewandowski was in the stands), and I'm happy about that, because I would get so stressed," Swiatek told reporters.

"Well, I'm happy that he's here, honestly. I don't know if he's like a huge tennis fan or not. But, yeah, I mean, wow.

Poland's Iga Swiatek is applauded by Polish footballer Robert Lewandowski as she greets relatives and team's members after winning the women's single final match against US' Coco Gauff. Photo: AFP

"He's been a top athlete in our country for so many years that it still feels hard to believe that he came to watch me. I hope he liked it. I hope he's going to come back. Yeah, I don't know. Just overwhelmed."

Swiatek, who dropped just one set in the entire tournament, had earlier teared up when hearing the Polish national anthem following her win.

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