Wimbledon Champ Krejcikova Bows Out of Paris Olympics Singles
Wimbledon champion Barbora Krejcikova’s Olympic singles journey came to an end in the quarterfinals, as she succumbed to a 6-4, 6-2 defeat against Anna Karolina Schmiedlova of Slovakia. Schmiedlova’s victory marked the elimination of both Wimbledon finalists, having previously defeated runner-up Jasmine Paolini in the third round.
Krejcikova, seeded ninth in Paris, has enjoyed success on the clay courts of Roland Garros, winning the French Open singles and doubles titles in 2021. However, the oppressive heat and humidity proved to be a challenge for the Czech player.
Schmiedlova, ranked 67th, capitalized on Krejcikova’s unforced errors, which totaled 32 compared to Schmiedlova’s 15. The Slovakian also converted five of her 11 break points, while Krejcikova struggled with her serve, committing five double-faults.
In the men’s draw, 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic advanced to the quarterfinals with a 7-5, 6-3 victory over Dominik Koepfer of Germany. Djokovic will face Stefanos Tsitsipas of Greece, who defeated him in the first two sets of the 2021 French Open final before Djokovic rallied to win.
Other notable results in the men’s third round saw Tommy Paul of the U.S. defeat Corentin Moutet of France, while Taylor Fritz of the U.S. was eliminated by Lorenzo Musetti of Italy.
