Wimbledon 2017 was won by the 14th seed who surprisingly defeated Venus Williams in the final. Who is she?
Wimbledon 2017 was unexpectedly won by Garbiñe Muguruza, who was ranked 14th in the tournament. She faced the experienced and successful Venus Williams in the final, and won the match directly in two sets, 7-5, 6-0. This victory was Muguruza’s second career Grand Slam tournament victory, having previously won the French Open in 2016.
Garbiñe Muguruza
Garbiñe Muguruza is a Spanish-Venezuelan tennis player known for her aggressive style of play and powerful shots. He was born on October 8, 1993 in Caracas, Venezuela but moved to Spain at a young age where he started playing tennis. Muguruza has represented Spain in international competitions.
Wimbledon 2017
Winning the Wimbledon title in 2017 was particularly significant for Muguruza, as it demonstrated her ability to beat big names and thrive under pressure. During the tournament, she defeated several highly ranked players, and in the final she faced five-time Wimbledon champion Venus Williams. The final match was even at first, but Muguruza managed to turn the game in her favor and won the second set overwhelmingly.
Career highlights
- Winning the French Open in 2016
- Winning Wimbledon in 2017
- Several WTA tournament wins
- Rise to number one in the world rankings in September 2017
Impact on tennis
Muguruza’s win at Wimbledon 2017 was significant as it brought new blood into women’s tennis and showed that younger players can challenge the seasoned champions. His success has inspired many young tennis players around the world.
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