Birmingham: Marketa Vondrousova made history on Saturday, July 14, 2023, when she became the first unseeded woman to win Wimbledon in the Open era.
The 20-year-old Czech defeated sixth-seeded Ons Jabeur of Tunisia 6-4, 6-4 in the final, playing with a level of confidence and maturity that belied her ranking.
Vondrousova had never won a Grand Slam title before, and she had never even reached the quarterfinals of a major. But she came into Wimbledon on a hot streak, having won her last three tournaments.
And she played like a champion on Saturday, dominating Jabeur from start to finish. Vondrousova won 70% of her first-serve points and broke Jabeur’s serve four times.
The win was a major upset, but it was also a testament to Vondrousova’s talent and determination. She is a gifted all-around player with a powerful serve and a deadly forehand. And she showed on Saturday that she has the mental toughness to win big matches. She never wavered in the final, even when Jabeur made a brief comeback in the second set.
Vondrousova’s victory is a major breakthrough for her career. She is now one of the top players in the world, and she will be a contender for major titles for years to come.
It is also a historic moment for women’s tennis. Vondrousova is the first unseeded woman to win Wimbledon since Billie Jean King in 1975. Her victory is a reminder that anything is possible in tennis, and it will inspire young players around the world.