‘Is it big enough?' – BBC trolled as they give Wimbledon star giant microphone for interview
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IGA SWIATEK was in fine form as she chatted with the BBC after her first round win at Wimbledon.
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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Swiatek, 24, beat Polina Kudermetova 7-5 6-1 on No2 Court on Tuesday.
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?"
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.
"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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