US EditionStrawberries and Pasta? Iga Swiatek’s Unique Wimbledon Tradition
LONDON, ENGLAND, JUL 5 – Swiatek credits her childhood Polish dish of pasta with strawberries and cream for fueling her strong Wimbledon run, with over 35 tons of strawberries served annually at the event.
- On July 5, 2025, Iga Swiatek defeated Danielle Collins 6-2, 6-3 at Wimbledon to reach the fourth round of the ladies' singles tournament.
- Swiatek revealed her favorite meal during a Centre Court interview is pasta with strawberries and yoghurt, a childhood dish popular in Poland during summer.
- She shared a photo on social media showing conchiglie pasta mixed with sliced strawberries and yoghurt, while acknowledging the dish might surprise Wimbledon spectators.
- Post-Match, Swiatek encouraged the crowd to try the dish, saying, "You should try it guys," despite some skepticism and widespread attention on her unusual choice.
- Her victory and distinctive meal sparked discussion, with Polish users defending the dish and the Polish embassy engaging Italy about the pasta-strawberries combination.
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Keep our news free from ads and paywalls by making a donation to support our work! Notes from Poland is run by a small editorial team and is published by an independent, non-profit foundation that is funded through donations from our readers. We cannot do what we do without your support. Polish tennis star Iga Świątek has caused surprise at the Wimbledon Championships after revealing that her favourite meal is pasta with strawberries and yoghurt…
Iga Swiatek and her culinary controversy make a stir in Wimbledon, because she is praising a pasta combination that sounds curious.
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