Noskova holds off extraordinary Muchova fightback to win Wimbledon
Czech youngster Linda Noskova recovers from missing five championship points to beat Karolina Muchova in an extraordinary Wimbledon final.
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Notable Quotes
"It feels incredible. Physically and mentally it has been tough - it is never easy to get the last point."
— Linda Noskova , Athlete
"It's really tough to find any words, but I'll start with Linda - my ex-friend. The way you handled it and the way you played was unbelievable. You deserve it."
— Karolina Muchova , Athlete
"I want to thank my dad for coming here, for my family flying here - I know you don't like flying so I appreciate it."
— Linda Noskova , Athlete
"There is one more person I'd like to thank. I'd like to thank my mum. I wouldn't be here without her."
— Linda Noskova , Athlete
Key People
Linda Noskova's late mother who passed away before Wimbledon.
Karolina Muchova is a professional tennis player from the Czech Republic.
Linda Noskova is a Czech tennis player who recently achieved a victory over Madison Keys.
Long-time rival and friend of Chris Evert, noted tennis champion.
Czech tennis player who has won Wimbledon twice.
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Czech youngster Linda Noskova recovers from missing five championship points to beat Karolina Muchova in an extraordinary Wimbledon final.
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