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Krejcikova reigns supreme at Wimbledon, consolidating Czech dominance

Barbora Krejcikova emerged victorious at the Wimbledon tournament, overcoming Italian Jasmine Paolini in a thrilling and hard-fought final.

Por: Rubén Carrillo
Krejcikova Reigns Supreme at Wimbledon, Consolidating Czech Dominance / Photo via courtesy
Krejcikova Reigns Supreme at Wimbledon, Consolidating Czech Dominance / Photo via courtesy

The 28-year-old Czech player Barbora Krejcikova showcased her poise and superior technique to triumph in three tight sets (6-2, 2-6, 6-4) and lift the trophy on the hallowed London grass for the first time.

 

Krejcikova had already tasted Grand Slam glory by conquering Roland Garros in 2021, but this Wimbledon victory holds a special significance for taking place on the legendary Centre Court and defeating an opponent who had just played in the French Open final.

 

“It’s the best day of my career and my life,” declared the emotional champion. “I was a bit luckier than her. I don’t think anyone in Brno will believe I won here,” she added.

Krejcikova Reigns Supreme at Wimbledon, Consolidating Czech Dominance / Photo via courtesy
Krejcikova Reigns Supreme at Wimbledon, Consolidating Czech Dominance / Photo via courtesy

With this triumph, Krejcikova becomes the fifth Czech tennis player to be crowned Wimbledon champion in the Open Era, joining a select group that includes Jana Novotna, Martina Navratilova, Petra Kvitova, and Marketa Vondrousova.

 

Krejcikova’s victory also marks another statement of authority for Czech tennis, which continues to dominate the women’s game on the international stage.

 

In a final that had moments for both players, Krejcikova proved more solid in the decisive moments and knew how to seize her opportunities to take a well-deserved victory. Paolini, for her part, fought bravely and came close to causing an upset, but ultimately couldn’t overcome the champion.

Krejcikova Reigns Supreme at Wimbledon, Consolidating Czech Dominance / Photo via courtesy
Krejcikova Reigns Supreme at Wimbledon, Consolidating Czech Dominance / Photo via courtesy

A Tribute to Jana Novotna

After receiving the trophy, Krejcikova dedicated her victory to her mentor, Jana Novotna, who passed away in 2016 from cancer. “Novotna was the one who believed in my potential when no one else did,” said the champion. “I owe her a lot and I’m sure she’s here celebrating with me,” she added.

Krejcikova Reigns Supreme at Wimbledon, Consolidating Czech Dominance / Photo via courtesy
Krejcikova Reigns Supreme at Wimbledon, Consolidating Czech Dominance / Photo via courtesy

A New Chapter in Czech Tennis History

Barbora Krejcikova’s Wimbledon victory marks a new chapter in the history of Czech tennis. The young champion has become one of the most important figures in the sport and promises to continue achieving success in the future.

 

A Rising Star in Czech Tennis

Barbora “Bára” Krejcikova is a Czech professional tennis player born on December 18, 1995, in Brno. She currently holds the number 21 ranking in the WTA singles rankings and the number 2 ranking in the doubles rankings.

Krejcikova Reigns Supreme at Wimbledon, Consolidating Czech Dominance / Photo via courtesy
Krejcikova Reigns Supreme at Wimbledon, Consolidating Czech Dominance / Photo via courtesy

A Career Filled with Success

Despite her young age, Krejcikova has achieved a career full of success. In 2021, she was crowned Roland Garros champion in the singles category, defeating Russian Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova in the final.

 

That same year, she also reached the Wimbledon women’s doubles final alongside her compatriot Kateřina Siniaková, where they fell to the pair of Hsieh Su-wei and Elise Mertens.

Krejcikova Reigns Supreme at Wimbledon, Consolidating Czech Dominance / Photo via courtesy
Krejcikova Reigns Supreme at Wimbledon, Consolidating Czech Dominance / Photo via courtesy

Doubles Dominance

Krejcikova particularly excels in the women’s doubles category. Together with Siniaková, she has formed a formidable duo that has won six Grand Slam titles: Roland Garros 2021, Wimbledon 2021 and 2022, US Open 2022, Australian Open 2022 and 2023.

Krejcikova Reigns Supreme at Wimbledon, Consolidating Czech Dominance / Photo via courtesy
Krejcikova Reigns Supreme at Wimbledon, Consolidating Czech Dominance / Photo via courtesy

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