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Kostyuk, Noskova Reach Wimbledon Semis

Marta Kostyuk and Linda Noskova both reached their first Wimbledon semi-finals with convincing straight-set victories on Wednesday.

Ukrainian 12th seed Kostyuk defeated 2024 runner-up Jasmine Paolini 6-3, 6-2 on Centre Court. The 21-year-old ninth seed Noskova overcame Elise Mertens of Belgium 6-3, 7-5 to continue her impressive grass court form with 10 wins out of 11 this year. betsport24.es

The victories highlight an open women's draw at Wimbledon this year, with defending champion Iga Swiatek and world's top two Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina all falling in the first week.