Why were Iga Swiatek and Naomi Osaka denied main court spotlight despite biggest Italian Open fourth round showdown? Here’s what you need to know
Iga Swiatek defeated Naomi Osaka 6-2, 6-1 at the Italian Open, but many fans focused on the surprising court decision before the match. Despite their star power, both players were placed on the second-largest court instead of the main stadium. After the win, Swiatek also praised new coach Francis Roig, who recently suffered an Achilles injury during practice in Rome.
Iga Swiatek defeated Naomi Osaka 6-2, 6-1 at the Italian Open, but many fans focused on the surprising court decision before the match. Despite their star power, both players were placed on the second-largest court instead of the main stadium. After the win, Swiatek also praised new coach Francis Roig, who recently suffered an Achilles injury during practice in Rome.
