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Sonay Kartal Gives Britain a Winning Start at Wimbledon

Briton upsets former champion Jelena Ostapenko in opening round

01 July 2025 · 00:12 UTC

British tennis player Sonay Kartal delivered a dramatic upset on day one of Wimbledon by defeating former champion Jelena Ostapenko, securing a vital opening-round win for the host nation.

The victory has energized local fans and boosted Britain’s prospects at the prestigious Grand Slam tournament.