Elena Rybakina’s outing was a grass court masterclass as she defeated Caroline Wozniacki 6-0 6-1 in just 57 minutes, putting her in contention for the Venus Rosewater Dish at Wimbledon. After the match, Rybakina expressed happiness with her performance against a tough and experienced opponent. Despite a brief interruption due to closing the roof, Rybakina’s dominance continued undeterred. With 36 winners, including 9 aces, she showcased her form as she looks forward to her upcoming clash with Anna Kalinskaya.
Kalinskaya, another emerging talent, also impressed by defeating Liudmila Samsonova in straight sets to set up a showdown with Rybakina in the fourth round. The match was full of delays due to rain, but Kalinskaya maintained her composure to secure victory on her Wimbledon debut.
Meanwhile, Danielle Collins, seeded 11th, achieved a career-best result by reaching the Round of 16 after overcoming Beatriz Haddad Maia. Collins, aiming for a Centre Court appearance in singles, reminisced about her past experiences on the prestigious court while expressing her desire for another opportunity.
These three talented players are set to engage in captivating battles in the upcoming rounds of Wimbledon, adding excitement to the prestigious tournament.