Today in our Daily Dose of Social Media, we review the most significant activities and Entertainment from ATP and WTA players. Iga Swiatek shared videos of her training after losing the world No. 1 spot to Aryna Sabalenka, while the Belarusian sent a message on social media after returning to the top and ending Swiatek’s 50 consecutive weeks of dominance.
On the other hand, Holger Rune expressed his deep respect for Novak Djokovic, Dominic Thiem was given an emotional tribute at the Vienna Open amid his retirement, and Taylor Fritz slammed the ITF.
Iga Swiatek trains hard after losing No.1 spot to Sabalenka
Iga Swiatek continues training towards the end of the season after losing the world No.1 spot to Aryna Sabalenka this Monday. The Pole is now world No. 2, and although she still has a chance to finish the year at the top of the rankings, she is nearly 800 points behind the Belarusian in the WTA Race. This means she would need to win the WTA Finals undefeated and hope that Sabalenka is eliminated in the Round Robin stage.
Swiatek shared a recent video showing her training both on the court and doing strength work in the gym: “👋🏼Last week be like…” she posted on Instagram.
Meanwhile, Sabalenka sent a message on social media, stating that she hopes to finish the season as world No. 1, after breaking Swiatek’s 50-week consecutive reign at the top. The Belarusian, a two-time Grand Slam champion, will spend her 9th week at No. 1 and is in the best position to finish the season as the world’s top player.: “N1…. Let’s see for how long this time 🙌🤞❤️”
