Bencic's Wimbledon Wonder: Mom Reaches Semis!
Switzerland's Belinda Bencic has made a stunning run to the Wimbledon semifinals, becoming the latest mother to achieve this feat! The unseeded Bencic, ranked as high as No. 4 in the world and now 28 years old, secured her spot after defeating Mirra Andreeva in the quarterfinals, with a score of 7-6(3), 7-6(2).
Bencic joins Tatjana Maria (2022) and Elina Svitolina (2023) as recent mothers who have reached the Wimbledon semifinals. John McEnroe congratulated Bencic on ESPN, celebrating her achievement as a mom on tour.
The last mother to win Wimbledon was Evonne Goolagong Cawley in 1980. Kim Clijsters was the last mother to win a Grand Slam at the 2011 Australian Open. Serena Williams reached three major finals after becoming a mother in 2017 but lost all three.
This marks Bencic's second major semifinal appearance, following her run at the 2019 U.S. Open. She will now face Iga Swiatek, a five-time major champion, in the semifinals. Swiatek advanced after a victory over Liudmila Samsonova.
What makes Bencic's journey even more remarkable is that she returned to the tour just 10 months after giving birth to her daughter, Bella, in April. Her resilience and determination are truly inspiring.
The other semifinal match will feature Aryna Sabalenka against Amanda Anisimova.
Key Moments in Bencic's Quarterfinal Match
- Tight sets showcasing Bencic's mental fortitude.
- Consistent serving putting pressure on Andreeva.
- Effective net play disrupting Andreeva's rhythm.
What's Next for Bencic?
The semifinal match against Swiatek will be a tough test for Bencic. The Swiss player will need to bring her A-game to overcome the Polish champion.
Will Belinda Bencic continue her amazing run and reach the Wimbledon final? The whole world is watching!