Former Serena Williams coach Rick Macci has expressed optimism that Iga Swiatek will return to World No. 1 during the first months of 2026.
Swiatek is a two‑time BNP Paribas Open champion (2022, 2024) and a six‑time Grand Slam singles champion.
2025 saw Swiatek claim her maiden Wimbledon title, dominating in the final without dropping a game. She later picked up her eleventh career WTA 1000 title in Cincinnati.
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However, reacting via his official X handle, Macci stated that Swiatek will reclaim the World No. 1 spot from Aryna Sabalenka.
“The Polish Punisher will hit number one on the planet because her mind will be even stronger granite,” stated Rick Macci on his X account.
“By the end of May if not faster she will be at the top ripping and for others a disaster. Number one is down the street because the Punisher has the mind and the feet.”
