Noskova, after reaching her first quarterfinals at Wimbledon: "I feel like I am in a good moment that I do not want to lose"

Andrés Tomás Rico | 7 Jul 2026 | 12.53

Noskova, after reaching her first quarterfinals at Wimbledon: "I feel like I am in a good moment that I don't want to lose." Photo: Getty Images

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Linda Noskova knows she has a historic opportunity. The Czech player is in the quarterfinals of Wimbledon 2026, which will see a new champion as the top favorites (Aryna Sabalenka, Iga Swiatek, Elena Rybakina, Mirra Andreeva) have already been eliminated. Ranked 12th in the WTA, she defeated Madison Keys 6-4, 7-6(2) in the round of 16 and will now face Elise Mertens in her first Grand Slam semifinal.

The 21-year-old has progressed in Wimbledon with determination and without making much noise, despite arriving in London as the reigning champion of WTA Berlin. Her excellent form is paying off, and she spoke about this momentum in the post-match press conference.

Linda Noskova will play her first Wimbledon quarterfinal

"I feel good. Obviously, reaching this stage in the tournament is always a great achievement, especially when I feel good on the court. I feel like I'm using all aspects of my game that I know and want to utilize on grass, which has been working for me for a few weeks. I'm happy to keep progressing."

Noskova aims to become the fifth Czech tennis player to win Wimbledon

"It's on my mind, but it's not something I'm focusing on. I don't want to be exactly like them or just continue the story. Of course, it would be a great achievement for our country, for our small country. But I'm trying to focus on myself. Reaching a Grand Slam, Wimbledon, is already an achievement; we must not forget that."

The reason behind Noskova's outstanding form

"At some point, you have to believe in yourself, that you can do it, that you can play against these top players and win these matches, or be in tough moments and win them. Confidence has to come from somewhere. But for me, as I always say, I don't focus on results, ranking, or achievements. I always try to enjoy on the court. I always want to improve as a player. That's what has brought me here. Winning this or that has never really been my goal."

"I haven't checked the draw even once. I think anyone can beat anyone. It's a Grand Slam. Everyone wants to achieve their best career result. Everyone wants to win. It's very competitive. I can't win just a few matches and feel the most confident in the locker room."

Noskova discusses how she handles defeats

"At this stage, you take everything very personally or you want to have the best results in every tournament, but it's not possible. You want to win every tournament, but it's almost never possible. Sometimes it's hard to decide if you want to move forward or if you get stuck in a moment where you really don't want to continue."

"I've had tough moments. Many times it was because of things off the court that made it really difficult on the court. I just had to sort out my personal life first, and then it was much easier on the court."

Noskova talks about her upcoming opponent: Elise Mertens

"I don't know her much. Obviously, I know her playing style. She tries to be as aggressive as possible, as do I. I don't think there will be many long rallies or slow games. I'll have to use what I do best. We've never practiced together before. Sometimes it's good to go there with a clear mind."

Noskova doesn't want her great form to end after winning WTA Berlin and reaching the Wimbledon 2026 quarterfinals

"I feel good off the court. I'm having a lot of fun off the court and enjoying myself on the court. I was looking forward to the grass season. I feel like last year was the year when everything really clicked for me. It's great to be back playing at Wimbledon. I always cherish these moments. I had a great start in Berlin. I feel like I'm in a good place that I don't want to lose," concludes a Linda Noskova eager to continue her fight in Wimbledon 2026.

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