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The last year’s Wimbledon Championships saw an unexpected turnaround. The 17th seed from Kazakhstan, Elena Rybakina shocked not just the fans but also the tennis pundits as she clinched her maiden Grand Slam title. It was an amazing campaign for the World Number Three, having defeated the likes of Simona Halep and Ons Jabeur en route to the Wimbledon title. Despite her glorious victory, her wish remained unfulfilled until this year’s Wimbledon Championships.
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Earlier today, the defending champion bowed out of the grass-court Grand Slam tournament. In what was a repeat of last year’s final, Jabeur got the better of Rybakina this time around, defeating the 24-year-old in three sets 6-7 (5), 6-4, 6-1. The match lasted close to two hours, seeing Jabeur come out on top in an amazing comeback. After the match, Rybakina had an emotional moment after her wish came true.
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Why did Elena Rybakina get emotional after Wimbledon defeat?
The Kazakhstan tennis star headed to the post-match press conference after her quarterfinal defeat at Wimbledon. Talking to the media at the press conference, Rybakina said, ?My box was full from the beginning of the tournament.. I?m really happy. I?m also happy my parents got a chance to watch me live.”
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Further, revealing what she missed last year despite lifting the Wimbledon trophy, she added, “Last year, I wish they were there. But I think it was a nice experience for them to stay with the team.?
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Elena Rybakina after loss to Ons Jabeur:
“My box was full from the beginning of the tournament.. I’m really happy. I’m also happy my parents got a chance to watch me live. Last year, I wish they were there. But I think it was a nice experience for them to stay with the team” 🥹 pic.twitter.com/WqYXP8Q3rT
— The Tennis Letter (@TheTennisLetter) July 12, 2023
The 24-year-old has been one of the most consistent performers on the court in recent times. She will hope that her parents accompany her all across the globe as she aims to take her game a notch higher. Their emotional support could prove crucial in her bid to become the best in the world.
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What next for Rybakina?
Having had a modest Wimbledon campaign, the World Number Three will look to come back stronger in the upcoming tournaments. She has had a solid hard-court season, winning the Indian Wells title and making it to the finals at the Australian Open and the Miami Open. As the hard-court season resumes, the 24-year-old will look to make the most out of her blazing form on hard courts this year.
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Can Rybakina return strongly after Wimbledon setback? Let us know your views in the comments below.
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