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Tatjana Maria calls for respect after competing through qualifying

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Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Tatjana Maria calls for respect after competing through qualifying
Summary

Tatjana Maria expressed disappointment after competing through qualifying to enter the Queen's main draw. The defending champion, who made history as the first women's singles winner at Queen's in over five decades, faced four lower-ranked British players receiving wildcards while she was required to earn her spot through two qualifying matches. Maria, who will face Greece's Maria Sakkari in the first round, stated that as a recent champion, she expected more consideration and respect from the tournament organizers. She highlighted her achievement last year and expressed surprise at not being awarded a wildcard.

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By the Numbers
  • •Tatjana Maria won Queen's last year as a qualifier.
  • •Four British players received wildcards for this year's tournament.
  • •Maria will play Maria Sakkari in the first round on Tuesday.
  • •She achieved her title while ranked 52nd in the world.
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  • 7:52 AMYahoo Sports — Champion Maria asks for respect after Queen's snub
  • 7:51 AMBBC Sport — Champion Maria asks for respect after Queen's snub
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Tatjana Maria says Queen's should show more respect to its defending champions after she goes through qualifying to reach the main draw.

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Tatjana Maria says Queen's should show more respect to its defending champions after she goes through qualifying to reach the main draw.

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