Bencic wants to make more history at Wimbledon: "This doesn't stop here"

Andrés Tomás Rico | 9 Jul 2025 | 19.30

Bencic wants to make more history at Wimbledon: "This doesn't stop here". Photo: Getty Images

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Belinda Bencic has achieved one of the greatest feats known in the world of tennis. Not only by reaching her second Grand Slam semifinal, almost eleven years after doing so at the US Open 2014, but also by doing it after leaving the tour due to her pregnancy and starting the year already as a mother, ranked number 487 in the WTA ranking. Since January, she gradually regained her form and adapted again to her own game and that of her opponents, but after her feat at this Wimbledon, and after defeating Mirra Andreeva in the quarterfinals (7-6(3), 7-6(2)), it is confirmed that Bencic is back, and at her best level.

After advancing to the semifinals of the prestigious London tournament, the Swiss player attended a press conference to explain the tactics she used to overthrow the excellent game Andreeva had been displaying. She also took the opportunity to talk about her upcoming opponent, Iga Swiatek, the condition of the grass after a week and a half of competition, and how she analyzes the night before facing her next adversary.

Happy with the victory, but already thinking about the semifinals

"I am very pleased with the victory, of course. It was a very evenly matched match. I am happy with how I played in the two tie breaks. I was brave and followed the plan. I am looking forward to playing in the semifinals tomorrow. Of course, this does not end here. It's a bit different because we don't have a day off tomorrow, so I am already trying to focus on my next match for tomorrow."

Devising a plan to defeat Andreeva

"She is a player with a lot of variety, which is nice to see. It may be a bit uncomfortable when you see all the players who just hit hard and do not have as much variety. The truth is I like watching her. Of course, it is more difficult to play against her. What I did was study her a lot last night to see some patterns and things she does. I felt ready to play today because I hadn't played against her before. I didn't know how I would feel, so I am happy with the game plan I devised."

Excited to face Swiatek

"I am very excited about this match. I think we have had good matches in the past. Obviously, she is a player with a lot of quality, and I am looking forward to having the opportunity to play against her again. I hope to be as well prepared as possible for tomorrow."

Preparing for Wimbledon in Bod Hamburg

"We spent a couple of days in Bod Hamburg because I had my sparring partner there, and we practiced a lot and tried to get used to the grass. But before Bod Hamburg, I couldn't practice as much as I wanted. We tried to push a little more. Then, also here, I had some quality practices, and I felt like I was improving every day. So that's what we did."

Differences in the grass between the first and second week

"I think it's a bit different from the first few days. I find the grass a bit more slippery and maybe a bit more difficult to move. So I am a bit happier when it's a bit worn out. This year has been a bit different. It was hot in the first days. I still think these courts have incredible quality. I don't find many bad bounces or anything different. For me, it's really nice. Of course, every grass court is different. Also, when you practice on Aorangi, it's not the same, but I think you adapt very quickly."

Very contrasting styles with Swiatek

"I don't think we are similar in anything. I think she plays very physically and puts a lot of spin on the ball. I think I take the ball very early, play a bit flatter. It's going to be a very interesting match. I think we played a few times and it was a good match. So I expect the same. I don't think I've had enough time yet to think too much about her. This afternoon I will take some time to plan again."

Thinking more about her opponent's tennis or her own?

"I think it's a bit of both. I try to have a plan when I step on the court. I don't like going out on the court and freestyling. I like to be clear about what I'm trying to do. Of course, you also have to stick to yourself and your game. But I think what I've done well throughout my career is to try to adapt to different opponents and be able to play a bit differently and have some plans to execute. I'm not a player who sticks to plan A no matter what. I'm able to adapt to my opponent. I think that's what defines my game."

Her daughter's presence does not distract her

"I don't know. I feel like I remain focused. It's just different. I think at this point, it's very natural. It's not something that distracts me. Sometimes I think it's even better when I'm not too focused. I'm not so nervous before the match and I do what I have to do. It's not calculated, I would say. It's very natural. When I'm on the court, I can focus."

About how she studies her opponents

"I think it's more talking about it. I would say I'm more of a visual person. So even without trying to lay down and visualize, I do it automatically. I'm not so much into writing. For me, it's more about imagining some plays. It's important for me to do this before going to sleep. While falling asleep, I do it unconsciously. I think it's natural, and then I can memorize it a bit, yes," assures Bencic, who before discussing a possible Wimbledon title, focuses on her match tomorrow against Swiatek.

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