Iga Swiatek in tears as she retires at Madrid Open after having vitals checked
Iga Swiatek endured a challenging afternoon at the Madrid Open, battling the elements as well as her opponent
www.express.co.ukI don’t have live access to the latest updates right now, but here’s what’s been reported about Iga Świątek at the Madrid Open:
- Iga Świątek retired from her third-round match against Ann Li due to a gastrointestinal illness, ending her Madrid Open campaign on April 24, 2026. This was described in multiple outlets as a health-related retirement during heat in Madrid.[1][3][4]
- The retirement came after she had won her opening round but struggled in the third set, drawing emotional reactions from fans and observers as she left the court in tears.[5][1]
- Several sources noted the illness as the primary reason for retirement, with some referencing potential implications for her clay-court season and a difficult 2026 stretch.[3][5]
- Coverage also highlighted the contrast with Aryna Sabalenka’s continued form in Madrid and noted Swiatek’s ongoing health concerns during the event.[4][6]
If you’d like, I can pull in more sources or summarize the key quotes from the articles. I can also look for any official statements from her team or updates on her condition and upcoming schedule, if you want me to search for those.