Donna Vekić Reaches Wimbledon Quarterfinals For First Time
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- 08 Jul 2024
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Donna Vekić has achieved a significant milestone by reaching the Wimbledon quarterfinals for the first time in her career after defeating Spanish tennis player Paola Badosa with scores of 6-2, 1-6, 6-4. This marks Vekić’s third overall appearance in the quarterfinals of a Grand Slam tournament, having previously reached this stage at the Australian Open in 2023 and the US Open in 2019.
The match was highly dramatic, interrupted three times due to rain. In the crucial set, Vekić demonstrated her determination and skill to secure a spot among the top eight players.
Match Highlights:
- First Set: Vekić dominated and took the first set comfortably.
- Second Set: Badosa rebounded strongly to win the second set convincingly.
- Third Set: Vekić started strong with a 2-0 lead but faced challenges as Badosa quickly returned to the game after Vekić committed two unforced errors. Despite the equal contest, Vekić maintained her attacking strategy and secured another break to win the set and the match.
In the quarterfinals, Vekić will face the winner of the match between Lulu Sun (WTA – 123rd) and Emma Raducanu (WTA – 135th). Her progress to this stage reflects her persistence and skill, promising an exciting continuation of her Wimbledon journey.
