'They treat you like a liar'- Iga Swiatek reveals her frustration over doping row

The doping positive case of world number two Iga Swiatek has been one of the most confusing and controversial news stories in the recent times. Despite considering the fact that the 23-year-old tennis star has clarified the origin of the banned substance in her body and has already been penalized with a month without playing, some people's opinions about her have changed. The Polish star speaks openly about it in an intriguing conversation.

Notably, each and every doping case generates many suspicions. Even if the person is proven innocent and the case is satisfactorily resolved, the person involved in the game, a lingering doubt remains for the society.

Also Read: 'I love the way..'- Aryna Sabalenka opens up on how Iga Swiatek motivates her to elevate her game

In the same vein, Iga Swiatek spoke candidly about it in an episode of the Tennis Insider Club podcast, co-founded by tennis player Caroline Garcia. The Polish star reflects on the general response of people after her case became public.

Also Read: Danielle Collins slams Iga Swiatek's cold handshake; mocks Instagram profile

How Iga Swiatek is treated as a liar for her doping case?

Even for an elite player like Iga Swiatek, who is accustomed to managing pressure, handling a doping case is not easy and can unsettle anyone. Despite this, the Poland-born star seems determined to regain her top form and dispel the doubts and suspicions surrounding her.

Iga Swiatek says she’s at peace with herself knowing that she did not intentionally dope, ‘Even when you’re telling the truth, you feel like they treat you like a liar”

“You can be at peace with yourself that you didn't do anything wrong, but no one actually treats you like… pic.twitter.com/J3isfDzdUf

— The Tennis Letter (@TheTennisLetter) January 6, 2025

"I feel at peace with myself because I haven't done anything wrong, but it's tough to see how almost no one shares the same opinion and they treat me as if I were a liar. I have worked extremely hard in recent years to achieve my dreams, and the thought that this could make people not recognize my effort and accomplishments, that they might look at me differently, was eating away at me. I remember being at home while the investigation was ongoing, and there were many people coming to ask for autographs and take selfies with me," Iga Swiatek said.

Also Read: Barbora Krejcikova pulls out of 2025 Australian Open