**End of an Era: Iga Swiatek Falls Out of WTA Top 3 After 1161 Days**
A monumental chapter in women’s tennis has come to a close — Iga Swiatek will exit the top 3 of the WTA rankings for the first time since March 2022, ending an astonishing run of dominance that lasted 1,161 days.
For over three years, Swiatek has been the heartbeat of the WTA Tour. Her relentless consistency, tactical brilliance, and quiet intensity kept her perched among the sport’s elite through triumphs, challenges, and an ever-evolving field. But now, for the first time in over 38 months, her name will no longer sit beside the top two.
It’s not just a ranking shift — it’s the end of a reign that defined an era.
Swiatek first broke into the top 3 in the spring of 2022, right after Ash Barty’s retirement and just before launching her 37-match winning streak. She didn’t just step into the void — she filled it with dominance. Grand Slam titles, WTA 1000 trophies, and statement wins over nearly every contender followed. Her grip on the top was more than statistical — it was psychological. When she played, there was an aura.
But even queens are tested. In recent months, the rise of fierce challengers like Aryna Sabalenka, Elena Rybakina, and Coco Gauff, coupled with the natural ups and downs of a long season, began to take their toll. Despite still producing high-level tennis and remaining a massive threat on any surface, Swiatek’s grip on the top has finally loosened — and for the first time in over three years, she’ll have to climb her way back.
Still, the numbers speak for themselves. **1,161 days**. That’s nearly three and a half years of excellence — an extraordinary achievement in a sport where the rankings fluctuate weekly and the pressure is relentless. Swiatek’s era in the top 3 included Slam glory, World No. 1 status, and countless unforgettable moments. Most players dream of *reaching* the top 3 — she *lived* there.
What comes next for Swiatek may be even more compelling. Champions are defined not only by how high they rise, but by how they respond when they’re knocked off the peak. For someone as mentally tough and driven as Swiatek, this could mark the beginning of a whole new chapter — one filled with vengeance, fire, and a hunger to return to the throne.
The tennis world now waits for her response. Will this be a temporary stumble, or the fuel for an even greater resurgence?
Either way, her 1,161-day run remains one of the most impressive streaks in recent tennis history. A quiet storm that never stopped blowing — until now.