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07/05 17:10 CDT Strawberries and pasta? Iga Swiatek's unique Wimbledon tradition Strawberries and pasta? Iga Swiatek's unique Wimbledon tradition LONDON (AP) --- Strawberries hold a special place in Wimbledon tradition. But strawberries and pasta? Iga Swiatek explained that it's a dish from her native Poland. "Why is it such a big thing? Everybody should eat that," a smiling Swiatek said after her third-round victory over Danielle Collins on Saturday. "I think in summer kids are eating it a lot. I don't know. It's just a perfect mix of tastes." The All England Club estimates that more than 35 tons of strawberries --- usually with cream --- are eaten each year during the two-week tournament. Spectators can buy strawberry-inspired merchandise all over the grounds. The five-time Grand Slam champion mentioned the combination during her on-court interview, urging fans "you should try it guys --- pasta, strawberries, a little bit of yogurt." She later posted a photo on her Instagram account that showed a bowl of pasta and strawberries. A journalist quizzed her about who has better strawberries, Poland or England? "Honestly, I think Poland," Swiatek said. "Because we have better climate for strawberries, right? Now Wimbledon is probably going to ban me from answering these questions." ___ AP tennis: https://apnews.com/hub/tennis

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