Victoria Mboko Shines at the French Open
On the first day of the French Open, 18-year-old Victoria Mboko captured attention by defeating former Wimbledon quarterfinalist Lulu Sun with a confident 6-1, 7-6(4) victory. The Canadian, born in the United States to Congolese parents, is not just a newcomer; many in the tennis community may have underestimated her rising star. Mboko has been quietly making waves in the sport, showcasing her talents as she continues to advance.
Recent Achievements
Her significant achievements in recent months include reaching the semifinals of the WTA 1,000 Canadian Open in Montreal, proving that her talent is noteworthy. Leading up to her debut at Roland-Garros, she maintained a mental strategy to deal with the pressures of competition: treating each match like just another game, minimizing stress by envisioning herself playing in a less significant environment.
“I just play it down,”
she mentioned after her win over Sun. That mindset helped her secure another victory against German player Eva Lys, elevating her to the tournament’s third round. Even though her French Open journey ended against the current Olympic champion, Zheng Qinwen, her performance caught the eye of both fans and the press, revealing why people have been buzzing about her potential.
