Fifty-seven minutes. That’s all it took for Iga Świątek to rewrite tennis history at Wimbledon. The 24-year-old Polish star didn’t just win her first grass-court Grand Slam title on July 12. She obliterated Amanda Anisimova 6-0, 6-0 in a performance so dominant it left Centre Court stunned. The first double bagel in a Wimbledon women’s final since 1911, and suddenly everyone wanted to congratulate the new champion.
How Did Tennis Stars React to Iga Świątek’s Historic Victory?
The tennis world exploded on social media within minutes of Świątek’s victory. Coco Gauff led the charge, posting on X to support both players in the final.
“So much to be proud of Amanda. Keep your head up,” Gauff wrote, addressing Anisimova’s tough loss while congratulating Świątek on her incredible performance.
so much to be proud of Amanda❤️❤️❤️ keep your head up 👑
— Coco Gauff (@CocoGauff) July 12, 2025
Meanwhile, Rafael Nadal showed appreciation for the Polish champion through his social media channels. The Spanish legend has been a longtime inspiration to Świątek, and their relationship runs deeper than most fans realize. In a recent interview, Nadal revealed that Świątek is his favorite player on the women’s tour.
The connection between these two champions goes beyond tennis. Świątek has often spoken about learning from Nadal’s fighting spirit and determination. Their relationship has grown so close that Świątek has mentioned she can even text Nadal for advice when needed.
Tennis legend Billie Jean King also joined the celebration, posting on X: “Congratulations to @iga_swiatek, the 2025 #Wimbledon women’s singles champion! This is her 6th Grand Slam title!” The tennis community rallied around Świątek’s achievement, with many recognizing the significance of her breakthrough on grass courts.
Congratulations to @iga_swiatek, the 2025 #Wimbledon women’s singles champion!
This is her 6th Grand Slam title! https://t.co/sL1g2Xzk7Q
— Billie Jean King (@BillieJeanKing) July 12, 2025
But perhaps the most heartwarming moment came courtside. Friends star Courteney Cox, who was present at the match, embraced Świątek after her victory. The actress’s presence at Wimbledon and warm congratulations added a unique celebrity touch to the historic day.
Iga Swiatek with Courtney Cox after winning Wimbledon.
She’s a huge Friends fan.
On cloud 9 today. 🥹 pic.twitter.com/b3jJxmBSz2
— The Tennis Letter (@TheTennisLetter) July 12, 2025
The congratulations kept pouring in from across the tennis world. French tennis player Caroline Garcia and Serbian former tennis player Ana Ivanović took to their Instagram stories to wish the Wimbledon Women’s champion well. Both appreciated the World No. 4’s strong performance and congratulated her on the historic run at the All England Club.
But beyond the social media celebrations, the numbers from Centre Court told an even more remarkable story. While tennis legends praised her achievement online, Świątek’s on-court dominance spoke for itself.
What Made Świątek’s Wimbledon Performance So Dominant?
The final was a masterclass in tennis dominance from Świątek. She broke Anisimova’s serve six times throughout the match while never facing a break point herself. The Polish star accumulated 55 points compared to Anisimova’s 24, showcasing her complete control of the match.
What made this performance even more remarkable was how Świątek achieved it. Despite hitting only 10 winners, her defensive play and strategic placement proved devastating against her opponent. She didn’t need flashy shots to dominate. Instead, she controlled every rally with precision and patience.
The numbers tell the story of total control. Świątek won 72% of her first-serve points and converted 67% of her break-point opportunities. She lost just one set throughout the tournament, showing her exceptional form on a previously weakest surface.
This victory was historic in multiple ways. Świątek became the fastest player to reach 100 Grand Slam match wins since Serena Williams in 2004, achieving this milestone in just 120 matches. The win also made her the youngest woman since Williams in 2002 to capture Grand Slam titles on all three surfaces: clay, hard, and grass.
Beyond the records, this victory ended Świątek’s 13-month title drought and proved that she has mastered all playing surfaces. With this win, she maintains a perfect 6-0 record in Grand Slam finals and moves closer to completing the career Grand Slam, needing only the Australian Open.
