Iga Swiatek shares message from ‘tennis paradise’ ahead of Indian Wells title defense

World No 1 Iga Swiatek is thrilled to be back in Indian Wells as she absolutely loves the vibe and atmosphere in the desert. Swiatek, 21, captured her first Indian Wells title after beating Maria Sakkari in last year’s final at the tournament.

Ahead of her Indian Wells title defense, Swiatek shared a message. “Peaceful mornings, a lot of work done every single day, beautiful landscape. So, so good to be back in tennis paradise! Hi, BNP Paribas Open,” Swiatek tweeted.

🌴Peaceful mornings, a lot of work done every single day, beautiful landscape… So, so good to be back in tennis paradise!
Hi @BNPPARIBASOPEN 🥰

🌴Spokojne poranki, mnóstwo pracy każdego dnia, przepiękne widoki…Jak dobrze znowu być w Indian Wells!

🥰 pic.twitter.com/pV3uNQFWNv — Iga Świątek (@iga_swiatek) March 5, 2023

Swiatek is the defending champion at the Sunshine Double

Last year, Swiatek absolutely dominated the Sunshine Double as she made it all the way in Indian Wells and Miami.

Going into this year’s WTA 1000 events in Indian Wells and Miami, Swiatek is considered the top favorite to win it all. Also, Swiatek is in a fine form. In mid-February, Swiatek won her first title of the year in Doha. The following week, Swiatek made the Doha final before suffering…