Marketa Vondrousova confesses to feeling ‘Sad’ after defeating Ons Jabeur as the Tunisian and her team broke down in tears after the Wimbledon final
2023 Wimbledon winner Marketa felt sad after defeating Ons Jabeur.
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Ons Jabeur and Marketa Vondrousova (Image Source - The Mirror)
Marketa Vondrousova made history as she became the first player in 60 years to win Wimbledon as an unseeded player. She beat last year’s runner-up Ons Jabeur to take home her first Grand Slam title. Marketa, who battled through a challenging wrist injury last year, has ascended to the prestigious top 10 of the global rankings. Only a year ago, she found herself in an arm cast, undergoing surgery for the second time while visiting London as a tourist. Reflecting on her incredible triumph, she expressed her joy at standing in the Centre Court as the champion and marveled at how swiftly fortunes can change within a mere year.
During an interview with WTA, Marketa was asked about her thoughts on receiving numerous messages of congratulations and support from fellow players. She expressed heartfelt appreciation for the overwhelming show of care and support, emphasizing how much it meant to her. Marketa also acknowledged the difficulty of forming relationships with other players in the competitive realm of tennis.
Speaking about Ons, Marketa expressed admiration for the Tunisian player, highlighting her popularity and exceptional skills on the court. Reflecting on Ons’ emotional moment during the match, Marketa shared her sadness at seeing her in tears. However, she expressed confidence in Ons’ future success, believing that there are many more achievements awaiting her.
She said, “I know Ons is very popular, and she is a great player and such a great person. I was a bit sad when I saw her crying out there. But I feel like she has many more to come.’’
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Marketa Vondrousova’s road to the final and what’s next for the 24-year-old
Marketa’s remarkable journey culminated in her triumphant victory at her first Grand Slam. Along the way, she showcased her exceptional skills by defeating some of the tournament’s top players. Notably, she overcame Veronika Kudermetova in the second round, Donna Vekić in the pre-quarters, Jessica Pegula in the quarters, Elina Svitolina in the semi-finals, and Ons Jabeur in the finals. Throughout the tournament, Marketa only dropped two sets,
Marketa’s victory at Wimbledon propelled her into the top 10 of the WTA rankings. Reflecting on this achievement, she acknowledged that being in the top 10 makes her a target for other players, as they will be motivated to defeat her. Marketa recognized the increased attention and scrutiny that comes with her elevated status.
Despite this, she embraced the challenge, considering it a positive aspect of her success. She believed that being a target on the court could ultimately be beneficial, as it reflects her growing reputation and competitive prowess.
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