Winning your first Grand Slam at Wimbledon at 21 is great, but Linda Noskova seems to want to go far beyond that trophy. The champion of the London Slam gave an extensive interview to The Guardian, in which, far from focusing solely on sporting success, she made it clear that her great aspiration is to use the influence that tennis has given her to generate a positive impact off the court.
This past Saturday, Noskova became the sixth Czech tennis player to conquer Wimbledon in the Open Era after defeating Karolina Muchova in a final full of emotion. However, just a few hours after lifting the trophy, the conversation was no longer about the decisive points or her rise to number seven in the world rankings.
"This is one of the main reasons why I play tennis," explained the Czech in statements to the British media. "I want to have a voice not only on the court but also off it to make a difference. Whether it's recycling, helping nature, or supporting those in need in different countries, all of that is on my list of goals."
Linda Noskova talks about her mother's legacy
Noskova's social commitment did not start with winning Wimbledon. The player herself recalled that last December she exchanged her usual preseason holidays for a solidarity trip to Zanzibar, where she worked as a volunteer in a school. An experience she described as one of the most important in her life and one she hopes to repeat in the future.
The champion also explained that her sensitivity to the environment and social causes stems largely from the education she received at home. Raised in a small village in the Czech Republic and surrounded by nature during her childhood, she says she always felt a special connection with the environment. In addition, the memory of her mother, Ivana, who died of cancer before Wimbledon 2024, remains a constant inspiration in her life.

Noskova also addressed one of the most talked-about details during the tournament: the nose piercing with which she defied conventions on the grass of Wimbledon. She admitted she expected to receive criticism, though ultimately no one made negative comments. She even revealed that the Princess of Wales did not mention the earring during their post-final meeting but instead wanted to congratulate her on the mental strength she showed after squandering five match points before eventually prevailing.
The Czech also explained the secret to her country's continued success at Wimbledon. Beyond the jokes,, she believes that tennis is part of Czech sports culture thanks to the large number of clubs and coaches spread throughout the country. "There is always someone winning a Grand Slam or reaching far, and that makes us think: if they can do it, why not me?" she pointed out.
With Wimbledon now on her resume, Noskova is now looking ahead to the US Open and a very probable qualification for the WTA Finals. But among all the plans she has ahead, one that excites her especially is returning to Zanzibar. This time she won't be able to take the original Wimbledon trophy, as champions receive a replica, but she is clear about what she wants to bring with her: several tennis rackets to continue helping the children with whom she shared an experience that, she acknowledges, changed her understanding of sports and life.
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