Iga Świątek retired from her Madrid Open match in the third round due to a gastrointestinal illness, advancing Ann Li in tears after a longer, close contest. She then focused on recovery with Rome and Roland Garros in mind.
Here’s a concise update:
- What happened: Swiatek withdrew during the third set against Ann Li, citing illness/ill sense of well-being in the heat, ending her Madrid campaign.[3][4][5]
- Immediate reaction: She left the court in tears, signaling how tough the moment was for her.[4]
- Next steps: She planned to rest and regain form for the Italian Open in Rome and Roland Garros later in the season.[1][3]
If you’d like, I can pull the latest official statements from the WTA or Madrid Open organizers and summarize them with citations.
Sources
Iga Swiatek endured a challenging afternoon at the Madrid Open, battling the elements as well as her opponent
www.express.co.ukMADRID (AP) — Top-ranked Iga Swiatek withdrew from the Madrid Open on Wednesday because of a sore arm.
apnews.com‘There is something going on’ and it’s taken down a key player just weeks out from the French Open.
7news.com.auIga Swiatek stunned Madrid Open fans today, retiring from her third-round match against Ann Li. The World No. 4 Polish star left the Arantxa Sanchez Stadium in tears after battling a gastrointestinal illness in Spain’s searing heat. Li’s 7-6 (4), 2-6, 3-0 retirement victory marks her second career top-10 win. 🔥 Quick Facts Match Outcome:…
artthreat.netBeijing sees three shocking exits on the WTA and ATP side, leaving Iga Swiatek to raise her voice over tennis tour's ongoing issue
www.essentiallysports.comThe Pole revealed afterwards that she has been battling a virus
www.independent.co.ukIga Swiatek broke down in tears after being forced to retire in the third set against American Ann Li in the Round of 32, which brought an end to her campaign at the Madrid Open.
www.sportskeeda.comAnn Li benefited from the abandonment of Iga Swiatek (7-6 (4), 2-6, 3-0) (WTA)
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