Victoria Mboko, an 18-year-old Canadian tennis player, advanced to the final of the National Bank Open after defeating ninth-seeded Elena Rybakina. The match ended with scores of 1-6, 7-5, 7-6 (4). Ranked 85th, Mboko aims for her first WTA Tour title and is set to face either Naomi Osaka or Clara Tauson in the final. Earlier in the tournament, she achieved an upset over top-seeded Coco Gauff and has dramatically risen in the Women's Tennis Association rankings, starting the year outside the top 300.
Canadian teenager Victoria Mboko rallied to reach the National Bank Open final, overcoming ninth-seeded Elena Rybakina with scores of 1-6, 7-5, 7-6 (4). The 18-year-old, ranked 85th globally, aims for her first WTA Tour title and will meet either Naomi Osaka or Clara Tauson in the final. Starting the year outside the top 300, Mboko has stunned the tennis world, topping top-seeded Coco Gauff and advancing through the tournament impressively.
Elena Rybakina, the ninth seed, previously defeated Victoria Mboko in Washington last month in straight sets. Despite that matchup, Mboko's remarkable recent performance showcased her developing talent and resilience on the court, highlighting her potential to make significant advances in her career.
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