Petra Kvitova is back on track! The two-time Wimbledon champion clinched her first win since her maternity break in an inspiring comeback at the Italian Open. Facing Romania's Irina-Camelia Begu, the 35-year-old Czech dazzled the court with a 7-5, 6-1 victory in Rome on May 6, marking a new chapter after a challenging 15-month hiatus during which she welcomed her son, Petr, in July 2023. 🎾
In a candid moment, Kvitova shared, "It's kind of weird that my first win came here. I've never played my best tennis in Rome, but it feels much better than losing—that's for sure." Overcoming doubts and a rough start since her February return, she revealed that there was a time she was 95% sure about hanging up her racket. However, the joy of motherhood and the thrill of the game encouraged her to give professional tennis another shot.
Now, with renewed energy and a smile on her face, Kvitova looks ahead to her next challenge against Tunisia's Ons Jabeur, focusing on enjoying the game and building momentum one match at a time. Her journey is a reminder to all that sometimes the toughest challenges can lead to the most rewarding victories, both on and off the court. 🔥
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