Canadian rising tennis star Victoria Mboko continues her impressive streak by securing a spot in the National Bank Open semifinals. Following her victory over top seed Coco Gauff, Mboko defeated Spain’s Jessica Bouzas Maneiro in straight sets on Monday night. Despite a tougher battle in the second set, Mboko’s determination and resilience prevailed as she won six consecutive games to seal the match.
Mboko expressed her fighting spirit, emphasizing her relentless effort to match her opponent’s level of play. The 18-year-old’s success marks her as the first Canadian to reach the WTA 1000 event semifinals since Bianca Andreescu in 2019. Ranked 85th in the world, Mboko’s remarkable rise from outside the top 300 showcases her potential to climb even higher in the rankings.
In her upcoming semifinal match, Mboko will face Kazakhstan’s Elena Rybakina. The young Canadian’s exceptional performance has captivated audiences, with her impressive victories over higher-ranked players at the National Bank Open. The crowd’s enthusiastic support and anticipation for Mboko’s matches highlight her growing reputation as a talented and promising player in Canadian tennis.