Paris Olympics: Iga Swiatek’s Introverted Attitude Turns Own Fans Against Her as She Faces Flak for Bizarre Decision

Social media channels are currently abuzz with updates on Iga Swiatek‘s preparations for the Paris Olympics. Be it her entry at the Philippe Chatrier court or meeting and greeting her idol Rafael Nadal, fans are finding it hard to spare time and attention from discussing her moves at the upcoming event. While the Olympic games are a lot more than just an individual event, an unexpected move from her added a layer of disappointment to the whole vibe.

World No.1 Iga Swiatek has ignited new debates by choosing not to attend the opening ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics. The Polish tennis star, who recently dominated the clay court season with remarkable victories in Madrid, the Italian Open, and Roland Garros, has disappointed many fans with her decision.

As soon as the Polish press shared the news, one fan voiced their frustration on social media platform X, saying, “I just don’t get the attitude of certain sportspeople (including Iga) towards the Olympics. Maybe they have a reason for it, but not staying in the Olympic village, not interacting with your team, not even going to the opening ceremony when you’re literally in Paris…”

All of this became even more frustrating as it came just hours after Coco Gauff celebrated an honorable moment. The American WTA star, in contrast, cherished the position of flag bearer for the opening ceremony, making her loved ones as well as the nation proud. Swiatek’s decision, on the other hand, has not only caused disappointment but also led to backlash from her own followers, who expected her to be involved in the Olympic experience.

Fans assume Iga Swiatek doesn’t “want the stand in the Sun” amid opening ceremony denial
As soon as the update of Iga Swiatek’s decision to not attend the opening ceremony in Paris started to make way on social media, fans found it as the perfect lash to vent their frustration. Although they were quite excited to see their champion experience the vibe, the denial turned their admiration into anger.

A fan, taunting at Swiatek’s denial, wrote, “I think she don’t want the stand in the Sun for 8 hours only for the opening. Or stay in a small room without AC in the villa.” The weather is expected to rise to a mark of 32-35 degrees in Paris. The comment appears to be based on the fact that the Pole is not ready to bear the heat of the fashion capital of the world.