On Brings Iga Świątek and Chinese Fans Together in Beijing

During China Open season, Swiss premium sportswear brand On welcomed six-time Grand Slam champion Iga Świątek to Beijing for her first in-person gathering with Chinese fans and the local tennis community.

The gathering offered fans a closer look at the intense focus, passion and drive that shape her journey from picking up a racket at the age of five to the global tennis stage. Świątek shared how her perspective on tennis and her career continues to evolve, while also opening up about personal interests beyond the game.

Away from competition, she enjoys reading, music and time on her own. The intensity she brings to competition sits alongside a quieter, more introspective rhythm off court, offering a fuller picture of who she is.

At the event held at the Sanlitun Store in Beijing, long-time Chinese fans of Świątek and members of the local tennis community came together. Some have spent years collecting and translating her interviews and match coverage, while others have documented different stages of her career through hand-drawn artbooks. For many, following Świątek has also brought them closer to tennis – inspiring them to learn, play and enjoy the sport themselves.

“Whenever I feel anxious or lost, seeing Świątek’s focus and commitment on court helps me settle down and find the drive to keep moving forward,” shared one fan.

Świątek listened to these stories and responded warmly, before creating a friendship bracelet on site as a gift in return.

About On

On was born in the Swiss Alps in 2010 with the mission to ignite the human spirit through movement – a mission that still guides the brand today. Sixteen years after market launch, On delivers industry-disrupting innovation in premium footwear, apparel and accessories for high-performance running, outdoor, training, all-day activities and tennis. On’s award-winning CloudTec® and LightSpray™ innovation, purposeful design and groundbreaking strides within the circular economy have attracted a fast-growing global fan base – inspiring humans to explore, discover and Dream On.

On is present in more than 90 countries globally and engages with a digital community on www.on.com.