Iga Swiatek says the tennis season is too long and intense and the smart option for her would be to cut back on her schedule.

The world No. 2 is even prepared to skip mandatory tournaments for the sake of her health.

The men's and women's circuits have faced criticism due to their 11-month seasons, and both tours have come under fresh scrutiny during the "Asian swing" with five matches at the China Open unable to be completed on Monday due to injuries.

Camila Osorio retired after she dropped the first set to Swiatek, while Lois Boisson, Zheng Qinwen, Lorenzo Musetti and Jakub Mensik were unable to complete their matches in Beijing.

"I think people are more fatigued," six-times grand slam champion Swiatek told reporters.

"Unfortunately, the Asian Swing is the hardest part because you f

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