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Muchova beats Gauff in epic tie-break to reach Wimbledon final against Noskova

Karolína Muchová defeated Coco Gauff in a thrilling Wimbledon semi-final tie-break, setting up an all-Czech final against compatriot Linda Nosková.

By World Brief · 2026-07-09
Muchova beats Gauff in epic tie-break to reach Wimbledon final against Noskova

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Karolína Muchová has advanced to her first Wimbledon final after triumphing over Coco Gauff in a dramatic semi-final match that culminated in an epic third-set tie-break. The tenth-seeded Czech player overcame Gauff, the world No. 7, with a final score of 6-2, 1-6, 7-6 (12-10), notably saving a match point during the intense deciding tie-break on Centre Court. Gauff, who had a strong run, expressed her disappointment after missing a crucial forehand drop shot.

Muchová's victory sets up an all-Czech final against her compatriot Linda Nosková on Saturday. Nosková secured her place in the championship match by defeating Marta Kostyuk with a straightforward 6-4, 6-4 score in her own semi-final encounter. This historic final marks the first time two Czech women will compete for the Wimbledon singles title.

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