Canadian teen shines at French Open debut
Sunday, May 25, 2025, 1:20 pm
Rising Canadian tennis star Victoria Mboko has made waves at the French Open with an impressive debut performance, sparking optimism for her future as she competes at the Grand Slam level with skill and youthful audacity.
La Canadienne a remporté dimanche son premier match en carrière dans un tableau principal en Grand Chelem.
Victoria Mboko is still just 18, still rather new to the top level of professional tennis, and yet with a big serve, a terrific backhand and enviable court coverage, the Canadian is making the most of her first season on tour, including a victory in her Grand Slam debut on Sunday at the French Open…
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