Victoria Mboko, an 18-year-old tennis player from Canada, is quickly becoming one of the most talked-about names in tennis. She just made it to the third round of the 2025 French Open—her very first Grand Slam appearance. Victoria Mboko reached the third round after two solid victories. She first beat Lulu Sun from New Zealand, then went on to defeat Eva Lys from Germany. She won both matches without losing a set, showing just how strong her game is right now
What’s more impressive is how she made it through the qualifying rounds without dropping a single set. That’s not easy to do, especially on the tricky clay courts of Roland Garros. Her confidence and calmness on court have grabbed the attention of fans, experts, and fellow players.
A Strong Start to the Season
Victoria’s success in Paris is just part of what’s been a big year for her. Earlier in 2025, she kicked off the season with a 22-match win streak in ITF events and picked up five titles during that run. That kind of consistency is rare for someone so young. Her wins helped boost her WTA ranking all the way up to No. 120—a career high for her.
On top of that, she made her mark on the WTA Tour by getting her first main-draw win at the Miami Open. She beat Camila Osorio in that match and showed she can handle herself on the big stage. She’s also represented Canada in the Billie Jean King Cup, winning a key singles match for the team.
What’s Next for Mboko?
Mboko’s next match at the French Open will be her toughest yet. She’s going up against Qinwen Zheng, the eighth seed and reigning Olympic champion. It’ll be a big test, but win or lose, Mboko has already proven that she’s one to watch.
She’s earned respect for her hard work, focus, and strong start in the pro circuit. Fans are excited to see how far she can go—not just in Paris, but in the future of women’s tennis.
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