Tunisia: Wimbledon star Ons Jabeur should be made ambassador
2 years, 5 months ago

Tunisia: Wimbledon star Ons Jabeur should be made ambassador

Associated Press  

TUNIS, Tunisia — Ons Jabeur — the first Arab woman to reach a Grand Slam tennis final — is such a star in her homeland that her father calls her “the daughter of all Tunisia” and the government wants to make her a special ambassador. Jabeur faces Elena Rybakina in Saturday’s final after beating Tatjana Maria 6-2, 3-6, 6-1 on Thursday to also become the first African woman to reach a major final in the professional era. “We have been able to create new habits for the average Tunisian, who now follows the matches at home and in cafes,” Jabeur’s father, Ridha, said on Mosaique FM radio after his daughter’s semifinal win. Tunisia’s Minister of Youth and Sport, Kamel Deguiche, said her performance at Wimbledon “will mark history.” He said the symbolic title of “Minister of Happiness” used to describe Jabeur “is well deserved.” But he wants the government to give her a real title: He said Jabeur should be designated an official ambassador of Tunisia.

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Elina Svitolina ends Ons Jabeur's Wimbledon dream in third round
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Elina Svitolina ends Ons Jabeur's Wimbledon dream in third round

Hindustan Times  

Fifty one weeks after a heartbroken Ons Jabeur trudged off Wimbledon's Centre Court with tears streaking down her face after a second successive defeat in the final, the tormented Tunisian was left to digest another painful loss on Saturday. Elina Svitolina Ukraine reacts after win ng a point against Ons Jabeur of Tunisia during their third round match at the …

Wimbledon 2024: Svitolina ends Jabeur’s Wimbledon dream in third round
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Wimbledon 2024: Svitolina ends Jabeur’s Wimbledon dream in third round

The Hindu  

Fifty one weeks after a heartbroken Ons Jabeur trudged off Wimbledon’s Centre Court with tears streaking down her face after a second successive defeat in the final, the tormented Tunisian was left to digest another painful loss on Saturday. Jabeur’s long cherished dream to hold aloft the Venus Rosewater Dish was dashed for at least another year following a brutal …

Age no bar for Mirra Andreeva as she beats sixth seed Ons Jabeur at Australian Open
11 months, 1 week ago

Age no bar for Mirra Andreeva as she beats sixth seed Ons Jabeur at Australian Open

Hindustan Times  

Blazing forehand winners down the line, off backhands that paint the baseline at the other end, drop shots disguised to perfection, clutch serves – Mirra Andreeva showcased her full repertoire in the second round of the Australian Open on Wednesday. Russia's Mirra Andreeva hugs Tunisia's Ons Jabeur after their women's singles match At the highest level of a sport, the …

Ons Jabeur out to fulfil ‘life mission’ at Australian Open: ‘I have to do this’
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Ons Jabeur out to fulfil ‘life mission’ at Australian Open: ‘I have to do this’

The Independent  

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Jabeur’s mission for Grand Slam success continues at Australian Open
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Jabeur’s mission for Grand Slam success continues at Australian Open

The Hindu  

Ons Jabeur has already established herself as a trailblazer in the sport, but ahead of the season-opening Australian Open the Tunisian is determined to finally claim an elusive Grand Slam title and shrug off her heartbreaking Wimbledon failures. Despite those issues, the world number six claimed a WTA 500 title in Charleston and reached the final at Wimbledon, her third …

Wimbledon 2023: Back to square one for Jabeur as she looks to past champions for inspiration
1 year, 5 months ago

Wimbledon 2023: Back to square one for Jabeur as she looks to past champions for inspiration

The Hindu  

The tears flowing down Ons Jabeur’s face as she trudged up to accept a Wimbledon runner’s-up plate for the second year running from Britain’s Princess of Wales told their own story -- the Tunisian did not want another silver salver in her collection. Add in the fact that she also finished second best to Iga Swiatek at last year’s U.S. …

Ons Jabeur gets consoled by Princess Kate after a loss at Wimbledon made her 0-3 in Slam finals
1 year, 5 months ago

Ons Jabeur gets consoled by Princess Kate after a loss at Wimbledon made her 0-3 in Slam finals

Associated Press  

WIMBLEDON, England — Ons Jabeur used a tissue to wipe away tears as she walked to her post-match news conference 1 1/2 hours after falling to 0-3 in Grand Slam finals by coming up short against Marketa Vondrousova in the Wimbledon final Saturday. Jabeur called it “the most painful loss of my career,” and was grateful for the consoling embrace …

Watch: Ons Jabeur left inconsolable, breaks down in tears but fears 'ugly' photos after second Wimbledon heartbreak
1 year, 5 months ago

Watch: Ons Jabeur left inconsolable, breaks down in tears but fears 'ugly' photos after second Wimbledon heartbreak

Hindustan Times  

After the heartbreak in 2022 when she went down from a set up in the Wimbledon final against Elena Rybakina, Ons Jabeur gave herself another shot at history, of becoming the first ever Arab and African Grand Slam winner, when she went up against unseeded Marketa Vondrousova. Tunisia’s Ons Jabeur with the runners up trophy reacts after losing her final …

Wimbledon women’s final 2023 | Unseeded Vondrousova beats Jabeur 6-4, 6-4 to lift maiden title
1 year, 5 months ago

Wimbledon women’s final 2023 | Unseeded Vondrousova beats Jabeur 6-4, 6-4 to lift maiden title

The Hindu  

Czech Marketa Vondrousova stunned Tunisia’s Ons Jabeur 6-4 6-4 on July 15 to become the first unseeded player in the professional era to win the Wimbledon women’s singles title. Jabeur was bidding to become the first Arab player to win a Grand Slam title and the first African woman to lift one of the four major trophies. Showing great court …

Ons Jabeur looks to get second time lucky in Wimbledon final but unseeded Marketa Vondrousova stands in her way
1 year, 5 months ago

Ons Jabeur looks to get second time lucky in Wimbledon final but unseeded Marketa Vondrousova stands in her way

India Today  

Ons Jabeur of Tunisia is on the verge of making history by claiming her first Grand Slam title at Wimbledon. However, standing in her way is the Czech surprise contender, Marketa Vondrousova, who has the potential to upset the script and extend Jabeur's quest for glory at Centre Court on July 15. Jabeur, known as her country's "Minister of Happiness", …

Wimbledon 2023: Jabeur vs Vondrousova final preview, Head-to-head record, live streaming info
1 year, 5 months ago

Wimbledon 2023: Jabeur vs Vondrousova final preview, Head-to-head record, live streaming info

The Hindu  

Last year’s runner-up Ons Jabeur takes on unseeded Czech Marketa Vondrousova in the final of The Championships Wimbledon 2023 at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in London on Saturday. The women’s singles final between Ons Jabeur and Marketa Vondrousova will be telecast live on Star Sports 2 and Star Sports Select and live streaming will be available …

Tunisians gather in front of TVs to watch Ons Jabeur at Wimbledon and escape the heat outside
1 year, 5 months ago

Tunisians gather in front of TVs to watch Ons Jabeur at Wimbledon and escape the heat outside

Associated Press  

TUNIS, Tunisia — In Tunisia, there’s no better way to escape the intense heatwave than to head inside and watch Wimbledon on TV when Ons Jabeur is playing. Jabeur reached two major tennis finals last year, also losing at the U.S. Open, but she’s hoping her third chance at a Grand Slam trophy will be the lucky one. “The good …

Wimbledon 2023: Ons Jabeur, the lady ‘Federer’ from Tunisia battling her way into tennis history
1 year, 5 months ago

Wimbledon 2023: Ons Jabeur, the lady ‘Federer’ from Tunisia battling her way into tennis history

The Hindu  

Ons Jabeur hopes Saturday’s Wimbledon final will be a game-changer: at the third time of asking she is bidding to become the first African or Arab woman to win a Grand Slam singles title. Fighting spirit According to Hichem Riani, the former technical director of the Tunisian tennis federation, Jabeur was always “dynamic, friendly and sociable, with a great sense …

Ons Jabeur and Marketa Vondrousova are 0-3 in Grand Slam finals. One will win Wimbledon
1 year, 5 months ago

Ons Jabeur and Marketa Vondrousova are 0-3 in Grand Slam finals. One will win Wimbledon

Associated Press  

WIMBLEDON, England — Ons Jabeur left Wimbledon a year ago without the trophy but more confident than ever that she would win a Grand Slam title one day. “For me, I’m going to learn a lot from not only Wimbledon’s final but also U.S. Open final, and give it my best,” Jabeur said Thursday after defeating No. The big-hitting Sabalenka, …

Wimbledon 2023: Jabeur ready to make it third time lucky after reaching final
1 year, 5 months ago

Wimbledon 2023: Jabeur ready to make it third time lucky after reaching final

The Hindu  

Tunisia’s Ons Jabeur believes the lessons she learned in two Grand Slam final defeats will stand her in good stead for Saturday’s Wimbledon showdown with unseeded Czech Marketa Vondrousova. She is now back in a position she found herself in at last year’s Wimbledon and the U.S. Open, requiring one win to become the first African woman as well as …

Ons Jabeur aims to get things right third time after storming into Wimbledon 2023 final
1 year, 5 months ago

Ons Jabeur aims to get things right third time after storming into Wimbledon 2023 final

India Today  

Ons Jabeur believes that the lessons she learned from two previous Grand Slam final defeats will benefit her in the 2023 Wimbledon summit clash against Czech player Marketa Vondrousova. This victory puts Jabeur in a familiar position, as she also reached the final stages of Wimbledon and the US Open last year, needing just one more win to become the …

Wimbledon 2023: Jabeur rides the punches to beat Sabalenka and reach final
1 year, 5 months ago

Wimbledon 2023: Jabeur rides the punches to beat Sabalenka and reach final

The Hindu  

Ons Jabeur showed that it is sometimes better to float like a butterfly than sting like a bee as her wily artistry overcame the brutal hitting of Aryna Sabalenka to reach her second Wimbledon final with a 6-7 6-4 6-3 victory on Thursday. Jabeur, who was beaten in last year’s final, looked destined to suffer more heartbreak on Centre Court …

Ons Jabeur becomes first woman since Serena to record major Wimbledon feat after ousting defending champion Rybakina
1 year, 5 months ago

Ons Jabeur becomes first woman since Serena to record major Wimbledon feat after ousting defending champion Rybakina

Hindustan Times  

The women’s draw at Wimbledon has been one of change and frequent new champions, with the last 6 Championships being won by different women. Ons Jabeur repeated Serena Williams key Wimbledon feat, showcasing her consistency at Wimbledon However, Ons Jabeur was on hand to change that, as she backed up her 2022 Wimbledon final appearance by exacting revenge on Elena …

Ons Jabeur reaches Wimbledon final in historic comeback victory
1 year, 5 months ago

Ons Jabeur reaches Wimbledon final in historic comeback victory

LA Times  

Ons Jabeur hits a return during her victory over Aryna Sabalenka in the Wimbledon women’s singles semifinals on Thursday. But I’m glad that I kept digging very deep and finding the strength,” said Jabeur, a 28-year-old from Tunisia who is the only Arab woman and only North African woman to reach a major final. “I’m learning to transform the bad …

Ons Jabeur and Aryna Sabalenka both make their way back into the Wimbledon semifinals
1 year, 5 months ago

Ons Jabeur and Aryna Sabalenka both make their way back into the Wimbledon semifinals

The Independent  

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Ons Jabeur and Aryna Sabalenka both make their way back into the Wimbledon semifinals
1 year, 5 months ago

Ons Jabeur and Aryna Sabalenka both make their way back into the Wimbledon semifinals

Associated Press  

WIMBLEDON, England — From where Ons Jabeur was sitting on Centre Court, a spot in the Wimbledon semifinals was as good as guaranteed. “Maybe it’s the seat that made me win today.” Jabeur, who last year became the first woman from North Africa and first Arab woman to reach a Grand Slam final, beat the defending champion 6-7, 6-4, 6-1. …

Wimbledon: A year too late but Ons Jabeur has her revenge
1 year, 5 months ago

Wimbledon: A year too late but Ons Jabeur has her revenge

Hindustan Times  

Ons Jabeur, the Minister of Happiness staying true to her nickname, is never too far away from a joke. Ons Jabeur celebrates at the 2023 Wimbledon Championships The statement may have been made in a lighter vein, yet that defeat did weigh heavily on the Tunisian’s mind. The photo might still be around but Rybakina won’t be, with Jabeur herself …

Wimbledon 2023: Jabeur fights back to oust defending champion Rybakina
1 year, 5 months ago

Wimbledon 2023: Jabeur fights back to oust defending champion Rybakina

The Hindu  

Tunisian Ons Jabeur gained revenge for her defeat in last year’s Wimbledon final when she surged back from a set down to beat third-seeded defending champion Kazakh Elena Rybakina 6-7, 6-4, 6-1 on Wednesday to reach the semifinals. A year ago Jabeur looked on course to become the first Arabic and African female champion before fading to lose in three …

Wimbledon 2023: Jabeur battles back to beat Andreescu
1 year, 5 months ago

Wimbledon 2023: Jabeur battles back to beat Andreescu

The Hindu  

Last year’s runner-up Ons Jabeur came from a set down to keep alive her Wimbledon dream with a 3-6 6-4 6-3 victory over former Grand Slam champion Bianca Andreescu on Saturday. The Tunisian, the first Arab woman to reach a Grand Slam final, struggled to find her best on her first match back on Centre Court since last year’s final. …

Wimbledon: Jabeur looks to make ‘greater memories’ after 2022 final run
1 year, 5 months ago

Wimbledon: Jabeur looks to make ‘greater memories’ after 2022 final run

The Hindu  

Ons Jabeur was one set away from winning a Grand Slam title at Wimbledon last year and the Tunisian said on Saturday that she hoped to go one step further this time around and make history at the All England Club. Jabeur took the first set in last year’s final before Kazakhstan’s Elena Rybakina rallied to win in three, denying …

Ons Jabeur | The trailblazing, trick-shotting artist on a Major quest
1 year, 8 months ago

Ons Jabeur | The trailblazing, trick-shotting artist on a Major quest

The Hindu  

Tennis as a sport has long lent itself to artistic expression. At the US Open, she reached her second Major final, losing to top-ranked Swiatek but not before firmly establishing her credentials as the foremost challenger to the Pole’s status as tennis’ undisputed No.1. Jabeur’s tennis is cerebral and witty, something that is said to have been her trademark as …

Ons Jabeur targets Grand Slam success after Charleston crown
1 year, 8 months ago

Ons Jabeur targets Grand Slam success after Charleston crown

The Hindu  

Ons Jabeur has set her sights on capturing a first Grand Slam title this year after the world number four beat Belinda Bencic 7-6 6-4 at the Charleston Open on Sunday to win her first trophy of the season. “I’m glad that I’m finding my rhythm and I hope my body will allow me to play,” Jabeur told Tennis Channel, …

World Tennis Championship: Ons Jabeur to Square Off Against Emma Raducanu in Abu Dhabi
2 years, 2 months ago

World Tennis Championship: Ons Jabeur to Square Off Against Emma Raducanu in Abu Dhabi

News 18  

Wimbledon and U.S runner-up Ons Jabeur will take on 2021 US Open champion Emma Raducanu at the World Tennis Championship exhibition in Abu Dhabi on December 16. The 28-year-old’s year has been highlighted by her first two major finals, her first WTA 1000 title in Madrid and the WTA 500 trophy in Berlin. After winning the US Open as a …

Ons Jabeur vows to come back swinging after crushing U.S. Open defeat
2 years, 3 months ago

Ons Jabeur vows to come back swinging after crushing U.S. Open defeat

The Hindu  

Ons Jabeur struggled to hold back the tears after losing a second consecutive Grand Slam final on Saturday, but while the Tunisian said her U.S. Open defeat to Iga Swiatek was tough to take she vowed to come back swinging. The 28-year-old Tunisian, who lost her first Grand Slam title match at Wimbledon in July, was beaten 6-2 7-6 by …

Ons Jabeur vows to keep fighting after loss in US Open final
2 years, 3 months ago

Ons Jabeur vows to keep fighting after loss in US Open final

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Ons Jabeur dropped her racket in disgust after one poor shot in the U.S. Open final. “It was a closer match than it looks, said Arantxa Sánchez Vicario, a four-time Grand Slam singles champion, including at the 1994 U.S. Open, who has been sitting in Jabeur’s guest box and offering advice during the tournament. After becoming the …

Trailblazer Jabeur ready to make second chance count
2 years, 3 months ago

Trailblazer Jabeur ready to make second chance count

China Daily  

Tunisian says she is better prepared for US final after historic run at Wimbledon Ons Jabeur of Tunisia celebrates after defeating Caroline Garcia of France on Thursday to reach the US Open women's singles final. Jabeur reached a second consecutive Slam title match without needing to produce her best tennis Thursday night, taking full advantage of a shaky showing by …

Swiatek, Jabeur will meet in first U.S. Open final for both
2 years, 3 months ago

Swiatek, Jabeur will meet in first U.S. Open final for both

The Hindu  

Getting to a Grand Slam final is no longer new to Ons Jabeur. “I needed to get it together,” said Swiatek, a 21-year-old from Poland who already owns two trophies from the French Open’s red clay, including one this June, but never had been past the fourth round on New York’s hard courts. “She was hitting every ball and putting …

Wimbledon finalist Ons Jabeur is 'relieved' to back up her Championships result at US Open
2 years, 3 months ago

Wimbledon finalist Ons Jabeur is 'relieved' to back up her Championships result at US Open

India Today  

Wimbledon finalist Ons Jabeur is "relieved" to back up her Championships result at the US Open as the number five seed stormed into the finals of the year-end Grand Slam on Thursday, September 8. Jabeur built on her Wimbledon performance at the US Open as she became the first North American woman to reach the final in New York. "In …

Tunisian Ons Jabeur one win shy of first Grand Slam for Arab or African women
2 years, 5 months ago

Tunisian Ons Jabeur one win shy of first Grand Slam for Arab or African women

The Hindu  

Ons Jabeur held up her cellphone for everyone to see her lock-screen photo of the Venus Rosewater Dish, the trophy given to the women’s champion at Wimbledon. “I know that I’m going to come back and win a Grand Slam, for sure,” said Jabeur, a 27-year-old from Tunisia. “I’m really happy that I’m trying to inspire many generations from my …

Ons Jabeur | Minister of happiness
2 years, 5 months ago

Ons Jabeur | Minister of happiness

The Hindu  

After reaching the Wimbledon final on Thursday, Ons Jabeur was asked for her views on Boris Johnson’s resignation as British Prime Minister. The 27-year-old, in what will go down as one of the best press-conference lines ever, said with a chuckle, “I don’t really know, but I am the Minister of Happiness.” Witty, affable and ever-smiling, Jabeur captivated the world …

Jabeur 1 win shy of 1st pro Slam for Arab or African woman
2 years, 5 months ago

Jabeur 1 win shy of 1st pro Slam for Arab or African woman

Associated Press  

WIMBLEDON, England — Ons Jabeur held up her cellphone for everyone to see her lock-screen photo of the Venus Rosewater Dish, the trophy given to the women’s champion at Wimbledon. “I know that I’m going to come back and win a Grand Slam, for sure,” said Jabeur, a 27-year-old from Tunisia. “I’m really happy that I’m trying to inspire many …

Wimbledon 2022: History Beckons as Ons Jabeur Takes On Elena Rybakina in Final
2 years, 5 months ago

Wimbledon 2022: History Beckons as Ons Jabeur Takes On Elena Rybakina in Final

News 18  

Irrespective of the outcome of the women’s final at the All England Championship this year, the coveted Venus Rosewater dish will have a new home. World number two, Ons Jabeur, will go head to head against the 23rd-ranked Elena Rybakina, with the title and history on the line. Tunisian Jabeur became the first Arab woman to reach a Grand Slam …

Tunisia’s Ons Jabeur loses to Rybakina of Kazakhstan at Wimbledon
2 years, 5 months ago

Tunisia’s Ons Jabeur loses to Rybakina of Kazakhstan at Wimbledon

Al Jazeera  

Jabeur had aimed to become the first player from the Arab world and the first African woman to win a Slam singles title. Tunisia’s Ons Jabeur lost to Elena Rybakina of Kazakhstan 3-6, 6-2, 6-2, in the Wimbledon final, dashing Arab hopes that she would become the first from the region to win a grand slam singles title. Third-seed Jabeur …

Wimbledon to get 1st-time champ when Rybakina plays Jabeur
2 years, 5 months ago

Wimbledon to get 1st-time champ when Rybakina plays Jabeur

Associated Press  

WIMBLEDON, England — The names and faces of the star players at Wimbledon didn’t matter to Elena Rybakina when she was a child. It’s something, like, very nice to see.” Rybakina is one match away from winning a Grand Slam tournament for the first time, in her first major final. “I didn’t expect that I’m going to be here in …

At Wimbledon, Jabeur 1st woman from Africa in pro Slam final
2 years, 5 months ago

At Wimbledon, Jabeur 1st woman from Africa in pro Slam final

Associated Press  

WIMBLEDON, England — Ons Jabeur’s steady progress from year to year — up the tennis rankings, through the draws of various tournaments and, now, at Wimbledon — has carried her to a Grand Slam singles final, the first African woman and Arab woman to make it that far in the professional era. “I already did a lot,” Rybakina said, “and …

Wimbledon: Ons Jabeur Beats Tatjana Maria to Reach First Grand Slam Final
2 years, 5 months ago

Wimbledon: Ons Jabeur Beats Tatjana Maria to Reach First Grand Slam Final

News 18  

Ons Jabeur advanced to her first Grand Slam final by beating Tatjana Maria 6-2, 3-6, 6-1 on Centre Court at Wimbledon in a victory that is also a first for Arab and African women. But Jabeur finally lived up to her world number two billing to run away with the third set and set up a final showdown with either …

Ons Jabeur reaches first Grand Slam final at Wimbledon
2 years, 5 months ago

Ons Jabeur reaches first Grand Slam final at Wimbledon

Al Jazeera  

Tunisia’s Ons Jabeur is the first Arab and first African woman to reach the Wimbledon final. Tunisia’s Ons Jabeur lifted the spirits of an entire continent as she became the first Arab and first African woman to reach the Wimbledon final with a rousing 6-2 3-6 6-1 victory over Tatjana Maria. Before she stepped on the court on Thursday, American …

Wimbledon: Tunisia's Ons Jabeur is the First Arab Woman to Reach the Semi-Finals in a Grand Slam Single Tournament.
2 years, 5 months ago

Wimbledon: Tunisia's Ons Jabeur is the First Arab Woman to Reach the Semi-Finals in a Grand Slam Single Tournament.

News 18  

Tunisia’s world No.2 tennis player Ons Jabeur rallied from a set down to defeat Marie Bouzkova of the Czech Republic 3-6, 6-1, 6-1 at Wimbledon to become the first Arab or North African woman to reach a Grand Slam singles semifinal. A year after reaching the last-eight in a historic first for Arab women, Jabeur, the third seed at The …

Wimbledon 2022: History-making Jabeur Sets up Semi-final With 'BBQ Buddy' Maria
2 years, 5 months ago

Wimbledon 2022: History-making Jabeur Sets up Semi-final With 'BBQ Buddy' Maria

News 18  

World number two Ons Jabeur became the first Arab woman to reach the semi-final of a Grand Slam on Tuesday, setting up a Wimbledon meeting with her “barbeque buddy" Tatjana Maria. Earlier, mother-of-two Maria also dug deep to beat German compatriot Jule Niemeier 4-6, 6-2, 7-5 despite losing the first set and trailing by a break in the second and …

Ons Jabeur makes more history for Arab women at Wimbledon
2 years, 5 months ago

Ons Jabeur makes more history for Arab women at Wimbledon

Associated Press  

WIMBLEDON, England — To the many “firsts” filling Ons Jabeur’s résumé, add a new one: First Arab woman to reach the semifinals at a Grand Slam tournament. The third-seeded Tunisian improved on last year’s quarterfinal run at Wimbledon by doing one better on Tuesday at the grass-court Grand Slam tournament. I was more aggressive in the second set, and especially …

Wimbledon: Tunisia’s Jabeur reaches first Grand Slam semi-final
2 years, 5 months ago

Wimbledon: Tunisia’s Jabeur reaches first Grand Slam semi-final

Al Jazeera  

Tunisian third seed Ons Jabeur, the highest surviving seed in the women’s draw, recovered from losing her first set at Wimbledon 2022 to beat Czech Marie Bouzkova 3-6, 6-1, 6-1 and reach her first Grand Slam semi-final. Jabeur stepped up her aggression, started hitting her groundstrokes flatter and broke Bouzkova’s first service game of the second set. Bouzkova, who had …

Confident Ons Jabeur sets sights on top ranking
2 years, 5 months ago

Confident Ons Jabeur sets sights on top ranking

The Hindu  

Having climbed to a career-high ranking of second on Monday, Tunisian trailblazer Ons Jabeur was already plotting on dethroning Iga Swiatek as the world number one. Hopefully, next step will be number one," Jabeur told reporters after storming into the Wimbledon second round with a straight-sets win over Swedish qualifier Mirjam Bjorklund. Jabeur lifted a grasscourt title in Berlin two …

Wimbledon 2022: Jabeur beats Bjorklund to reach second round
2 years, 5 months ago

Wimbledon 2022: Jabeur beats Bjorklund to reach second round

The Hindu  

Tunisian third seed Ons Jabeur proved far too strong for Mirjam Bjorklund of Sweden, sweeping past the qualifier 6-1, 6-3 on Monday to book her spot in the second round of Wimbledon. After reaching a career-high ranking of second, 2021 quarterfinalist Jabeur served strongly and dominated from the baseline against the 125th-ranked Bjorklund who made her debut at the grass-court …

Ons Jabeur wins Berlin Open, comforts injured Belinda Bencic
2 years, 6 months ago

Ons Jabeur wins Berlin Open, comforts injured Belinda Bencic

The Hindu  

Tunisia's Ons Jabeur won the second grasscourt title of her career after reigning Olympic champion Belinda Bencic was forced to retire injured in the final of the Berlin Open on Sunday. Top seed Jabeur took the opening set 6-3, while Bencic injured her ankle in the final game. She also won the WTA 1000 claycourt Madrid Open last month, making …

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