‘Is it big enough?' – BBC trolled as they give Wimbledon star giant microphone for interview
But several fans watching the interview could only focus on her huge microphone.
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Fans couldn't believe the size of Iga Swiatek's microphone
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The former world No1 breezed into round two at Wimbledon
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During her subsequent day off, the five-time Grand Slam champion headed to the media balcony for a chinwag with the Beeb.
Speaking to BBC Radio 5 Live, Swiatek put on a headset - complete with bulky headphones and a massive fluffy microphone.
Seeing the video on X, one fan joked: "Can we get her a bigger microphone next time?"
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While a second echoed: "The mic is not big enough!!"
A third quipped: "Needs a bigger mic I'm not gonna lie."
And another added: "That's not a mic, that's Cookie Monster's head."
Fluffy mics are used to block out noise from the wind, ensuring better audio quality.
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Asked about how she chills out during a tournament, Swiatek revealed that she loves an iconic 2000s TV show.
The former world No1 said: "I do crosswords before the match. It's more to keep myself busy and not go on social media or the internet.
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"I have a great TV show to watch. I'm watching Desperate Housewives, so I really enjoy that.
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"I don't why I didn't know that show before, it's just perfect."
Swiatek will return to action this afternoon, as she takes on American Caroline Dolehide on Centre Court.
The Pole could then be on a collision course with former champion Elena Rybakina in round four.
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