Sports News Report
League: ATPSport: TennisCountry: GlobalCategory: Scores & Results

Mimi Xu prepares for Wimbledon debut against Daria Kasatkina

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 9:46 AM

Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Mimi Xu prepares for Wimbledon debut against Daria Kasatkina
Summary

Mimi Xu is set to begin her Wimbledon campaign on Monday against Daria Kasatkina. The 18-year-old from Swansea faces the Australian player ranked 68th in the WTA, significantly higher than Xu's ranking. After making headlines last year with a wildcard entry, Xu remains optimistic about the challenge, stating that 'pressure is a privilege.' She aims to build on the momentum from being recognized as Tennis Wales’ player of the year and feels supported by her community ahead of the match.

Source Links
Yahoo Sports
By the Numbers
  • •Xu faces Kasatkina in her Wimbledon opener on June 29.
  • •The match highlights Xu's rise in tennis after last year's performance.
  • •Xu emphasizes community support as key to her preparation.
  • •She expresses confidence despite the pressure and high expectations.
  • •Xu is fit and ready following recent injury issues.
Latest Updates
  • 9:46 AMYahoo Sports — Xu embracing weight of Wimbledon expectation
What they're saying
"

Mimi Xu says "pressure is a privilege" as she prepares to kick-start her Wimbledon campaign.

Related Teams & Leagues
ATPTennis

Sources

External links

Original reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.

Related Stories

Last 14 days