Świątek vs Pliskova in the second round of Wimbledon 2026. The Czech is ready for a test
Iga Świątek's title defense begins with a fight against Karolina Pliskova. Their first match on grass determines the Pole's chances in the tournament.
Iga Świątek, the third racket in the world, will face Karolina Pliskova (73rd WTA) in the second round of Wimbledon 2026. The Pole, defending her title from last season, faces the first test in her career against the Czech on grass. Their direct meetings so far ended with two victories for Świątek, but the grass surface may eliminate the difference in form between them.
