Noskova, an astonishing Wimbledon fightback - and a kiss to the sky
Linda Noskova won the Wimbledon title after a dramatic comeback against Karolina Muchova, dedicating the victory to her late mother. The match was noted for Noskova's resilience and composure under pressure during the championship points.
Why it matters
High-profile sports achievements often serve as cultural touchstones, highlighting personal narratives of perseverance.
Figure caption, Tearful Noskova dedicates Wimbledon title to late mother
As Linda Noskova stepped up to the baseline, Wimbledon's Centre Court crowd held its breath.
When she led 6-2 5-2 with five championship points against Karolina Muchova, Noskova's nerves had hit, and she found herself dragged to a deciding set.
But this time, on championship point number six, a serve came cracking down that Muchova could barely get a racquet to, the ball trickling away just a few yards along the grass.
Noskova, after a remarkable show of resilience and determination, was the Wimbledon champion.
To recover from the position she found herself in was - in the words of the legendary John McEnroe - "one of the all-time greatest efforts you will ever see on this court".
And there was one person not far from the 21-year-old's mind.
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