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SportsPublished: 11 July 2026 at 22:36

Tearful Noskova dedicates Wimbledon title to late mother

21-year-old Czech Linda Noskova won the Wimbledon women's singles final and dedicated her victory to her late mother.

Foto: BBC Sport

Linda Noskova claimed her first Wimbledon title by defeating her compatriot Karolina Muchova in the 2026 women's singles final. In an emotional moment after the match, the 21-year-old Czech dedicated the victory to her late mother, tears streaming down her face.

"All the blood, sweat and tears was worth it," Noskova said, emphasizing the effort required to achieve this milestone. She became the youngest Wimbledon champion since 2015.

The final was a special occasion for Czech tennis, as two Czech players faced off for the prestigious trophy. Noskova, who had shown consistent form throughout the tournament, proved stronger than Muchova to claim her first Grand Slam title. Her victory was marked by a poignant gesture as she looked to the sky and dedicated the win to her mother.

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