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Krejcikova overcomes Paolini in Wimbledon final, wins second Grand Slam singles title

Barbora Krejcikova bounced back from losing the second set to defeat Jasmine Paolini 6-2 2-6 6-4 in the Wimbledon final, thereby increasing her total tally of Grand Slam titles (singles, doubles, and mixed doubles) to 12.

Barbora Krejcikova

No.31 seed Krejcikova dominated the first set with immaculate serving and net play, boasting a 90% first-serve percentage and winning 84% of her first-serve points, along with a perfect 5/5 record at the net. In just 36 minutes, the Czech, who boasts extensive experience on big stages, having previously clinched the 2021 Roland Garros title and ten additional major titles in doubles, secured the opener 6-2.