Iga Swiatek and Wim Fissette went their separate ways after the Miami Open.
Several coaches were touted as potential replacements, but Swiatek has already appointed Fissette’s successor.
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Iga Swiatek hires Francisco Roig as her new coach
It was reported last week that Francisco Roig could become Swiatek’s new coach.
Those reports have now been confirmed by French outlet L’Equipe.
“Several Polish media outlets reported that the four-time French Open champion would be traveling to Rafael Nadal’s academy in Manacor to train on clay and begin a trial with Francisco Roig,” they said.
“This information was also published by the Belgian media outlet Jeu Set et Podcast, which we have been able to confirm.”
Roig was last seen on the WTA Tour with Emma Raducanu, coaching the Briton for six months before their partnership ended in January.
He then moved over to the ATP Tour, working with the big-serving Frenchman, Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard.
Given that Mpetshi Perricard lost his last two matches, it might not have taken Roig too much convincing to leave that role for a position in Swiatek’s team.
After all, the Pole is a six-time Grand Slam champion…
Iga Swiatek’s career highlights
- Six Grand Slam titles
- 125 weeks at number one
- 11 WTA 1000 titles
- 1 WTA Finals title
- 25 WTA titles
- United Cup winner
- Olympic bronze medalist
Searching for Grand Slam title number seven, Swiatek has enlisted the help of a truly elite coach.
Roig was a trusted member of Rafael Nadal’s team throughout his career, as he enjoyed a legendary stint on tour, winning 22 majors.
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Swiatek has long spoken about her admiration and respect for Nadal, so this move makes sense on all fronts.
But when did she decide that a change was necessary?
From Wimbledon glory to Miami Open embarrassment – The Iga Swiatek/Wim Fissette timeline
During a recent interview, Swiatek shared when she knew it was time to move on from Fissette.
“It was not a decision made in Miami; it was a longer process.
“During the tournament in Doha, I realized that I don’t feel as good on the court as before.
“After the defeat to Maria Sakkari, we sat down and talked for a long time. We were wondering what to change and how to approach the next week so that I could get back to my solid game.
“And indeed, before Indian Wells, we made some steps forward. But when I took the whole thing into account, I came to the conclusion that I needed a change.”
Iga Swiatek/Wim Fissette timeline
- 24 October, 2024 – Iga Swiatek hires Wim Fissette
- 12 July, 2025 – Iga Swiatek wins Wimbledon (First title with Wim Fissette)
- 19 August, 2025 – Iga Swiatek wins Cincinnati Open
- 21 September, 2025 – Iga Swiatek wins Korea Open (Last singles title with Wim Fissette)
- 11 January, 2026 – Poland win United Cup
- 12 February, 2026 – Iga Swiatek loses to Maria Sakkari in Qatar (QF)
- 12 March, 2026 – Iga Swiatek loses to Elina Svitolina in Indian Wells (QF)
- 19 March, 2026 – Iga Swiatek loses to Magda Linette in Miami (2R)
- 23 March, 2026 – Iga Swiatek splits from Wim Fissette
- 1 April, 2026 – Iga Swiatek teams up with Francisco Roig
When will Iga Swiatek make her debut with Francisco Roig as coach?
Assuming Swiatek’s trial with Roig is successful, he will join her at the upcoming Stuttgart Open.
The Pole is a two-time champion in Germany, but lost in the quarterfinals a year ago.
She will return in 2026 as the fourth seed, in a stacked field that includes the world’s top three players: Aryna Sabalenka, Elena Rybakina, and Coco Gauff.
Only time will tell if she can kickstart her partnership with Roig by winning big in south-western Germany.
The 2026 Stuttgart Open begins on Monday, April 13.
