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Linda Nosková wins Wimbledon and honors late mother in emotional speech

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Last updated Jul 17, 2026

Linda Nosková wins Wimbledon and honors late mother in emotional speech

Summary

Linda Nosková celebrated her victory at Wimbledon on July 11, 2026, defeating Karolína Muchová in the women's singles final. The win marks her third career title. Nosková paid tribute to her late mother, Ivana, who passed away in July 2024, during her victory speech, stirring deep emotions among fans and family. She credited her parents with inspiring her tennis career and mentioned they always supported her despite not being professional players. Following the win, Nosková attended the champions' dinner and received a warm welcome upon returning to the Czech Republic.

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•Nosková lifted the Venus Rosewater Dish as Wimbledon champion.
•She acknowledged her father's pride and her mother's absence in her speech.
•The Czech player has now won three titles, including recent victories in Monterrey and Berlin.
•She will take time off before competing in the North American hardcourt swing.
•The victory speech resonated deeply, with many fans and family present in tears.

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3:56 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Everyone Was in Tears’ – Wimbledon Champ Linda Nosková Opens Up About Her Father and Late Mother

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There are few achievements in tennis greater than winning Wimbledon at the age of 21. Linda Nosková is now living that dream as she settles into life as a Grand Slam champion.
— Yahoo Sports

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