Iga Swiatek’s latest Wimbledon success gets Martina Navratilova seal of approval

Iga Swiatek celebrates victory following her Ladies' Singles match against Karolina Pliskova. Pic: Ben Whitley/PA

Reigning Wimbledon champion Iga Swiatek earned top marks from Martina Navratilova after brushing aside Karolina Pliskova to reach the third round.

The world number three was in tears on court after her title defence began with a stuttering three-set victory over world number 79 Taylor Townsend.