Ukraine’s Marta Kostyuk secured a spot in her first Wimbledon semifinal by defeating Italy’s Jasmine Paolini 6-3, 6-2 on Centre Court. Kostyuk, the 12th seed, displayed an aggressive style, hitting 19 winners and showcasing her dominance throughout the match. This victory marks her 21st win in her last 22 matches on the WTA Tour, highlighting her consistent performance in major tournaments.
In the opening set, Paolini struggled with 15 unforced errors, allowing Kostyuk to take control early on. A crucial moment came in the fifth game when Kostyuk capitalized on a forehand return winner to secure a key break. Maintaining her confidence, she continued to press forward, not giving Paolini any chance to recover.
With a powerful baseline game and precise returns, Kostyuk maintained her momentum in the second set, wrapping up the match in just 69 minutes. This victory propels her into the semifinals at the All England Club for the first time, setting up a potential Grand Slam final berth.
Kostyuk will now await the winner between Czech ninth seed Linda Noskova and Belgian 25th seed Elise Mertens in her quest for a maiden Grand Slam final appearance. Her strong performances at both the French Open and Wimbledon this year solidify her position as one of the top players in 2026.
