Iga Swiatek Battles Skirt Malfunction, Wins Australian Open Opener

• Six-time Grand Slam champion Iga Swiatek faced a wardrobe malfunction during her Australian Open first-round match against Yue Yuan.
• Swiatek, sponsored by Swiss sportswear brand On, was visibly frustrated with her skirt's fit, even attempting to rip it during a break.
• Despite the discomfort and a rusty start, Swiatek secured a 7-6 (7/5), 6-3 victory over Yuan.
• The Polish second seed acknowledged a challenging match with "many ups and downs" but was pleased with the win.
• Swiatek's victory provides a boost after recent losses, though 35 unforced errors highlight areas for improvement.

Why It Matters: Iga Swiatek overcame a mid-match skirt issue and a tough opponent to win her Australian Open first-round match.