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Donna Vekic names Grand Slam champions she wants to see return

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 8:43 PM

Last updated Jun 14, 2026

Donna Vekic names Grand Slam champions she wants to see return

Summary

During her run at the Queen’s Club Championships, Donna Vekic discussed which former Grand Slam champions she hopes will make comebacks. Vekic, who recently advanced to the final after a series of wins, mentioned Sloane Stephens, Chris Evert, and Pam Shriver as players she admires. Stephens has recently returned to competition after a break from the sport. Vekic’s strong performance at Queen’s is expected to improve her ranking significantly, potentially positioning her for a seeded spot at Wimbledon. Vekic faces Emma Raducanu in the final.

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By the Numbers

•Vekic advances to the final at Queen's after four straight wins.
•She mentions Sloane Stephens, Chris Evert, and Pam Shriver as ideal comebacks.
•Stephens returned to competition earlier this year after time away from tennis.
•Vekic's ranking could improve to 32 with a win over Raducanu.
•The Queen’s Club Championships are critical for players ahead of Wimbledon.

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8:43 PMYahoo Sports — After Serena’s comeback, Donna Vekic names 5 Slam champions she wants to resurface

What they're saying

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Donna Vekic had a couple of Grand Slam champions in mind when asked about which players could follow in the footsteps of Serena Williams. Vekic is currently competing at the Queen’s Club Championships, where Williams recently returned to action, partnering with Victoria Mboko in doubles and winning her first match in nearly four years.
— Yahoo Sports

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