Victoria Mboko Lights Up Canada With Stunning Win in Montreal
Victoria Mboko continues to turn heads at the 2025 National Bank Open. On Tuesday night, the 18-year-old Toronto native powered past 23rd seed Sofia Kenin in straight sets, winning 6-2, 6-3 in just 80 minutes.
This victory sends Mboko into the third round, where she will face Czech player Marie Bouzkova on Thursday. Bouzkova earlier defeated 14th-seeded Diana Shnaider of Russia, 6-2, 7-6.
A Rising Star in Canadian Tennis
Mboko’s win was more than just an upset. It marked her fifth win over a top-50 player this season. Even more remarkably, she became the youngest Canadian ever to defeat a Grand Slam champion at the National Bank Open in women’s singles.
Ranked No. 88 in the world, Mboko’s rise has been nothing short of extraordinary. She began 2025 outside the top 300, ranked 350th. Now, she stands tall as one of Canada’s most promising young tennis talents.
Wild Card Entry, Big Impact
Mboko was one of seven Canadian women awarded a wild card into the WTA 1000 main draw. She’s made the most of it, making a strong case that she belongs among the elite.
Playing late under the lights in Montreal didn’t seem to shake her composure. “It was a really tough battle playing so late at night,” she told the home crowd after the match. “It’s a new experience, but I’m so happy to get the win and celebrate with everyone here. Merci beaucoup!”
Mboko Carries Canadian Hopes
With Leylah Fernandez and Rebecca Marino both eliminated on Tuesday and Bianca Andreescu withdrawing earlier, Canada’s hopes in the women’s singles now rest on just two players — Mboko and Eugenie Bouchard.
Bouchard, the veteran and former Wimbledon finalist, kept her run alive with a first-round win over Colombia’s Emiliana Arango. All eyes are now on Mboko and Bouchard as they aim to carry the Canadian flag deeper into the tournament.
A Bright Future Ahead
This win is another highlight in what’s shaping up to be a breakthrough year for Victoria Mboko. She’s quickly becoming one of the most talked-about young players on the WTA Tour.
As she prepares to face Bouzkova in the third round, fans and analysts alike will be watching closely. With her power, composure, and fearless approach, Mboko is proving she’s more than just a rising star — she’s a serious contender.
The National Bank Open may just be the stage where Victoria Mboko officially announces herself to the tennis world.
