World No 1 Swiatek starting 2023 with a clean slate

World No 1 Iga Swiatek said on Wednesday she will put a breakthrough 2022 season behind her to concentrate on staying at the pinnacle of the women’s game.

The Polish star won eight singles titles, including the French and US Opens, in a stellar season that saw her take a commanding position at the top of the rankings, well clear of second-placed Ons Jabeur of Tunisia.