Yulia Putintseva pulled off a stunning upset at Wimbledon by defeating world No. 1 and French Open champion Iga Swiatek in the third round. Swiatek, usually calm, seemed out of sorts as Putintseva played aggressively and with purpose to secure a 3-6, 6-1, 6-2 victory. Putintseva’s tactical changes and energy proved too much for Swiatek, who saw her 21-match winning streak come to an end. This marked the fourth time in the Open Era that the top seed in the Wimbledon women’s draw lost in the third round.
Meanwhile, Elina Svitolina emerged victorious in a hard-fought match against Ons Jabeur, winning 6-1, 7-6. Jabeur showed flashes of brilliance but ultimately succumbed to Svitolina’s consistent play. The Ukrainian’s victory was well-deserved and marked another positive moment for her both on and off the court.
Expectations for Swiatek on grass were high, as many believed this could be her breakthrough year at Wimbledon. However, her struggles on the surface continued, raising questions about her confidence and trust in her game on grass. Despite winning the junior title in 2018, Swiatek has never advanced beyond the quarter-finals at Wimbledon.
All eyes will now be on Putintseva and Svitolina as they progress in the tournament, with fans eager to see if they can maintain their impressive form. The unexpected upsets and thrilling matches at Wimbledon continue to showcase the unpredictability and excitement of Grand Slam tennis.
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