Defending Women's Champion Marketa Vondrousova Upset at Wimbledon

Defending Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova was defeated in the first round by world No. 83 Jessica Bouzas Maneiro, marking the first time a female holder exited at this stage since Steffi Graf 30 years ago. Bouzas Maneiro, who had only won one tour-level match all year, secured her first Grand Slam win with a 6-4, 6-2 victory in just over an hour. Vondrousova attributed her loss to nerves and pressure, compounded by a recent hip injury that hampered her preparation. The upset sets the stage for a competitive Wimbledon with favorites Iga Świątek and Elena Rybakina in the mix, alongside American contenders like Coco Gauff and Jessica Pegula, presenting an opportunity for a new champion amidst a wide-open field.