Marta Kostyuk continues to sign the best tennis of her career and is already in the semifinals of Wimbledon 2026. The Ukrainian defeated Jasmine Paolini with enormous authority, 6-3 and 6-2, in a match in which she was clearly superior from start to finish and once again demonstrated that her extraordinary form transcends any surface. After reaching the semifinals at Roland Garros, she now links two consecutive Grand Slam semifinals, definitively confirming her leap in quality.
The Italian never found answers to her opponent's strategy. Kostyuk imposed a very high rhythm from the baseline, striking with great depth and aggressiveness and constantly forcing Paolini to play at the limit. The Wimbledon finalist in previous seasons was unable to sustain long exchanges, accumulating errors against an opponent who dominated all facets of the game.
The Ukrainian's evolution is becoming increasingly evident. Since the injury suffered at the Australian Open, she has raised the level of virtually all aspects of her tennis: serving better, moving with extraordinary agility, attacking with more conviction, and exuding a confidence uncharacteristic of someone who until a few months ago was still seeking to establish herself among the elite.
Kostyuk emerges as a top contender for the Wimbledon 2026 title
The numbers fully support this feeling. Kostyuk has won 21 of her last 22 matches, a spectacular streak that can no longer be considered a coincidence. Beyond a momentary inspiration, the player from Kiev presents an image of great solidity and continuity, built on a very aggressive tennis style, exceptional physicality, and growing competitive maturity.
The London grass is also confirming that her tennis has many more facets than traditionally attributed to her. Her ability to take the initiative, change directions, and defend when necessary makes her a very difficult opponent to overcome on any surface.
Now, Kostyuk awaits her opponent in the semifinals, which will come from the match between Linda Noskova and Elise Mertens. Considering the authority with which she is resolving her matches and the level displayed in recent weeks, it is difficult not to already consider her as one of the top contenders for the title at Wimbledon.
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