Czech player Linda Noskova created a major upset at the ongoing Australian Open when she sent packing first seed Iga Swiatek in the third round on Saturday (January 20) at the Rod Laver Arena. The Pole won the first set 6-3, but could not continue her winning ways in the second and third set losing the match with a score of (6-3, 3-6, 4-6).
Before crushing Swiatek, the 19-year-old defeated Marie Bouzkova and Mccartney Kessler in the first and second rounds. It’s also the first time Noskova is playing at the Australian Open. She will now face Ukraine’s Elina Svitolina in the fourth round on Monday (January 22).
After the ouster of Swiatek, Noskova, as expected, grabbed the attention of the tennis world. Fans now want to know more about this teenager.
Who is Linda Noskova?
Noskova is a tennis player from the Czech Republic. She turned pro in July 2019 and since then, she has been on a roll.
Noskova reached her career-best ranking of no. 40 in October 2023. She also plays doubles matches and reached her best ranking of 160 in October 2022.
How old is Linda Noskova?
Noskova was born on November 17, 2004. As of January 2024, Noskova is 19 years old.
Linda Noskova’s ranking and stats
Noskova is currently ranked World No. 50 by the WTA (Women’s Tennis Association). So far, she has bagged six ITF (International Tennis Federation) singles and one doubles title.
The right-handed player has featured in four Grand Slam events so far, with her first being the 2023 French Open. Before the third-round win over Iga Swiatek, Noskova never advanced into the third round of any Grand Slam events.
Where does Linda Noskova live?
Noskova was born in the village of Bystricka, in Vsetin (a town in the Czech Republic). She grew up in the village but moved to Prerov (a Czech Republican city) due to tennis in 2018.
Who are Linda Noskova’s parents?
Noskova was born to father Drahoš Nosk and mother Ivana Nosková in Bustricka. It was her father who introduced her to the sport.
Is Linda Noskova single?
Noskova is currently single because there are no reports or rumors of her dating anyone.
Linda Noskova endorsements
The 19-year-old Noskova, so far, has endorsed Yonex, the sports equipment manufacturing brand.
If she continues to grow in her career, she is expected to attract a lot of brands for endorsements.
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