Wim Fisette, the coach guiding Iga Swiatek, underlined a crucial truth of elite tennis - staying at the top requires constant evolution! In our sport, the rivals carefully analyze every move.
Thus, predictability can quickly become a weakness. According to Fisette, the challenge for champions isnot only to maintain their level but to consistently add new layers to their game and seek improvements.
The Belgian coach pointed to Jannik Sinner's reflectionsafter his recent US Open final defeat to Carlos Alcaraz. The Italian admitted that his style and game patterns became too predictable against his most dangerous opponent.
It gave his rival the upper hand at crucial moments and led him toward the title and the ATP throne. For Fisette, that confession captures the essence of competition at the highest level.
There, even small tactical adjustments can change the course of the duel or even a season. This idea extends beyond Sinner or Alcaraz - it reflects the path every top player must follow and stick with.
Novak Djokovic built his career by adding new elements season after season, working on his body and game to remain competitive two decades after debuting on the most notable scene.
Roger Federer's changes following a serious injury extended his success deep into his thirties. Fisette's message is clear, revealing that being world no. 1 is not only about reaching the summit but ensuring that rivals never get too comfortable.
In modern tennis, constant progress is not optional - it represents survival and learning on mistakes. Jannik Sinner made them in the US Open final and will work hard to fix that ahead of his next clash versus Carlos Alcaraz.
"As a tennis player, you can not become predictable. You have to evolve, otherwise your opponents will get used to your game and know what to expect. After his last match against Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner admitted he was too predictable.
And that's the whole point, especially at the highest level. Everyone is looking for ways to improve. To stay at the top, you must add something to your tennis every year," Wim Fisette said.
