Iga Swiatek’s doubles partner walks off court as star overpowers male player
Iga Swiatek’s double partner walked off court mid-rally during an exhibition match ahead of the US Open.
The WTA world No.1 was partnered with Sebastian Korda for the friendly contest against Italian duo Matteo Berrettini and Jasmine Paolini
However, for one of the points Korda and Paolini might as well have been sat on the sidelines because Swiatek and Berrettini were playing as if it was a singles match.
The two shared a lengthy rally that lasted all of 18 shots, with the point eventually going the way of Swiatek after Berrettini struggled to return his Polish opponent’s powerful forehand.
But by the time the point had been contested, Swiatek was the only player on her side of the court, with American Korda having jokingly trundled off the court.
While in jest, it was a move that hinted Swiatek didn’t need his help and was more than capable on her own.
Korda was quick to congratulate his partner though, with the 24-year-old serving up a gigantic high five to the Polish superstar.
Unfortunately for Swiatek and Korda, they would go on to lose the exhibition match, with Berrettini and recent Olympic gold medalist Paolini coming out on top.
