Iga Swiatek Trains with Nadal, What It Means for Her Game

One of the biggest stories in tennis right now: Iga Świątek’s new coaching partnership with Francisco Roig. Brad Gilbert and Nick Monroe break it down on Episode 15 of The Big T Podcast, including Świątek’s time training at the Rafa Nadal Academy and working directly with Rafael Nadal on his signature forehand. They also discuss the controversy surrounding Roig’s recent split from Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard, and whether this new partnership has the potential to last — especially given Roig’s history of shorter coaching stints. A deep dive into a move that could shape the clay season.
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