'It is hopefully only starting': Noskova's primed to build career off Wimbledon title
Czech tennis player Linda Noskova is preparing for the National Bank Open in Toronto following her recent Wimbledon victory. She is adjusting to the transition from grass to hard courts while managing the increased media attention and expectations following her first Grand Slam title.
Why it matters
Noskova's career trajectory is a focal point for the WTA, as she represents the next generation of talent aiming to establish consistency after a major breakthrough.
Jimmie48/WTA Linda Noskova will return to the tennis court in Toronto for the first time since her first career Grand Slam title at Wimbledon three weeks ago.
The 21-year-old World No. 7 on the WTA Tour Driven by Mercedes-Benz has enjoyed a whirlwind few weeks, from celebrations in the her native Czechia to heightened media attention and more. Now, she's ready to get back on the hard courts after two titles during the Grass-Court Swing on the WTA Tour Driven by Mercedes-Benz.
"Obviously the last couple of weeks have been nothing more but crazy and chaos, so I'm glad I can kind of start over," Noskova said during her pre-tournament press conference in Toronto. "It's a new week, new tournament, new surface, it's all the changes at the same time.
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