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Marta Kostyuk beats Jasmine Paolini to set up Wimbledon semifinal against Linda Noskova
By Associated Press at KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 8, 2026
· 2 min read
Marta Kostyuk made a big impression in her Centre Court debut by beating Jasmine Paolini 6-3, 6-2 to reach her first Wimbledon semifinals on Wednesday.The 24-year-old Ukrainian also reached the last four at the French Open, losing to Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva, the eventual champion in Paris...
Key takeaway The 12th-seeded Kostyuk had a sneak peak at Centre Court on Tuesday so that she wasn't overwhelmed for the match.
Why this matters in Magnolia News
For tennis enthusiasts in Magnolia , Marta Kostyuk's impressive Centre Court debut at Wimbledon is a notable achievement, marking her first semifinals appearance at the tournament. Her success on the international stage may inspire local tennis players, particularly those in Montgomery County, to strive for similar excellence. As Kostyuk prepares to face Linda Noskova in the final, residents in the Houston area, including Magnolia, will likely be keeping a close eye on the match, given the city's strong interest in tennis and international competitions. The fact that Kostyuk has also reached the last four at the French Open demonstrates her growing presence in the tennis world, and her performance at Wimbledon will be closely watched by fans in the region.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 8, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Marta Kostyuk made a big impression in her Centre Court debut by beating Jasmine Paolini 6-3, 6-2 to reach her first Wimbledon semifinals on Wednesday.The 24-year-old Ukrainian also reached the last four at the French Open, losing to Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva, the eventual champion in Paris...
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