Iga Swiatek has offered a revealing look at her emotional state in recent months and discussed online criticism she received for nearly hitting a ball boy during a match last week.

Swiatek said the past few months have been ‘extremely challenging’ as the world number two criticised the ‘constant judgement’ around her

Iga Swiatek issued a public statement after criticism followed her angry reaction against a ball-kid at the Indian Wells WTA 1000 loss to Mirra Andreeva.