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Iga Swiatek Confirms United Cup Return and Shenzhen Exhibition for 2026 Build-Up

Her coach calls the mixed-team event a favorite season starter that fits her preparation.

Overview

  • Poland’s United Cup roster lists Iga Swiatek alongside Hubert Hurkacz, Jan Zieliński, Daniel Michalski, Katarzyna Kawa and Katarzyna Piter.
  • Swiatek has also agreed to play the World Tennis Continental Cup exhibition in Shenzhen from December 26–28, joining Team Europe.
  • Wim Fissette says they chose the United Cup together after seeing how much she enjoys representing Poland and the variety it adds to her start of season.
  • The commitment comes after Swiatek’s public criticism of a congested calendar, with reports noting exhibitions are lighter in intensity yet still raise questions about rest and risk.
  • Team events continue without Russian and Belarusian national squads, keeping players such as Aryna Sabalenka out of draws like the United Cup.