However, between then and Sunday, something changed. Perhaps the front office got involved in the decision, meaning owner ...

Iga Swiatek kicked off her Doha campaign with a straight-sets win over Maria Sakkari, setting her sights on becoming just the second woman this century to capture the same title four years running.

World No. 2 Iga Swiatek started off her 2025 season with a strong performance at the United Cup, where she helped Poland reach the finals. However, she lost to World No.