(Sports Correspondent: Imran Sohail)
Teen Tennis Sensation Victoria Mboko Reaches Canadian Open Final After Stunning Comeback
Canadian teenage tennis star Victoria Mboko delivered a breathtaking performance at the Canadian Open, defeating former Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina in a thrilling three-set semi-final.
The 18-year-old battled back from a tough first set to claim a stunning 1-6, 7-5, 7-6(4) victory, securing her place in her first WTA 1000 final. The home crowd at IGA Stadium erupted with cheers as Mboko showed resilience, maturity, and nerves of steel.
An Impressive Turnaround
Mboko struggled early on, dropping the first set 1-6, but kept her focus. She broke Rybakina late in the second set to win it 7-5 and force a decider. In the final set, despite falling behind and even facing match point, Mboko showed composure and fought back to take the match in a tense tiebreak.
“I knew I had to stay calm and just trust my shots. The crowd really gave me that extra push,” Mboko said after the match.
A History-Making Run
This win marks a historic moment for Canadian tennis:
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Mboko becomes one of the youngest Canadians to reach a WTA 1000 final.
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She is the first Canadian woman since Bianca Andreescu to make a final at the Canadian Open.
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During this remarkable tournament, she has defeated three Grand Slam champions — Sofia Kenin, Coco Gauff, and now Elena Rybakina.
Facing Naomi Osaka in the Final
Mboko will now face four-time Grand Slam winner Naomi Osaka in the final. Osaka, returning to top form, booked her spot with a straight-sets win over Clara Tauson. The final promises to be a thrilling match between youth and experience.
Why Fans Are Excited
Victoria Mboko’s run has captured the hearts of tennis fans across the country. Her determination, powerful play, and humble attitude make her a rising star to watch — not just in Canada, but on the global stage.
The final match is set for Sunday and will be broadcast live on major sports networks.
