Karolina Muchova and Linda Noskova will face each other in an all-Czech Wimbledon women's final after winning their semifinal matches on Thursday, July 9, 2026.
Muchova defeated American Coco Gauff 6-2, 1-6, 7-6 (12-10) in a thrilling three-set match. Noskova overcame Ukraine's Marta Kostyuk 6-4, 6-4.
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The final marks the first single-nation Grand Slam women's final since 2017.
Noskova, 21, reached her maiden major final with a clinical performance against Kostyuk, saving one break point.
"A semifinal at a grand slam is never easy," she said on court.
"When I play my best tennis, I know I can compete with the best players in the world," Noskova added.
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The all-Czech showdown ensures a Czech champion at Wimbledon for the third time in four years.
Noskova expressed excitement about facing her compatriot: "Karolina is such a fighter, an incredible player, but above all a great person.
I am happy that I get to play my first grand slam final against her."
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Muchova, who battles a grass allergy, reached her second Grand Slam final under coach Sven Groeneveld. The championship match is scheduled for Saturday.
