Andy Roddick is not a fan of Iga Swiatek’s ’10-page’ explanation of the ball child incident at Indian Wells.

Andy Roddick Criticizes Iga Swiatek’s Lengthy Response to Ball Kid Controversy

Andy Roddick has weighed in on Iga Swiatek’s extensive explanation regarding her controversial interaction with a ball kid during the Indian Wells tournament—and he’s not impressed.

Swiatek, the world No. 1, found herself at the center of debate after an incident in which she appeared to scold a ball kid for delaying in handing her a towel. The moment sparked discussion among fans and analysts, prompting Swiatek to issue a detailed response, reportedly spanning around 10 pages, to clarify her actions and perspective.

Roddick, never one to mince words, made it clear that he found the explanation excessive. Speaking on his Served podcast, the former world No. 1 suggested that Swiatek may have overcomplicated what should have been a simple reaction.

“I don’t know why this needed a 10-page explanation,” Roddick said. “Honestly, you either say, ‘Hey, I didn’t mean anything by it,’ or ‘I could have handled that better,’ and move on. But 10 pages? That’s a lot.”

While Swiatek’s intent was likely to set the record straight and address any criticism with full transparency, Roddick questioned whether such an elaborate response was necessary. He emphasized that in the fast-paced world of professional sports, moments of frustration happen, and athletes shouldn’t feel the need to over-explain every incident.

“This is tennis, it’s emotional, things happen,” Roddick added. “People move on quicker than you think. A quick acknowledgment is fine, but this just feels like too much.”

Despite the controversy, Swiatek remains one of the most respected figures in the sport, known for her professionalism and sportsmanship. However, Roddick’s comments reflect a broader sentiment that sometimes, less is more when addressing minor on-court incidents.