Jabeur defeated Rybakina in three sets during their quarterfinal clash, avenging her loss to the Kazakhstani in last year's final. Rybakina was quick to praise her opponent, stating she had the game to take her all the way to the title.
“It’s tough to say," said the 2022 champion. "But I think Ons was playing really well, not only today, but the other matches. I think it’ll be really tough against Aryna. I will say one of them.”
Jabeur will face off against Sabalenka in the semifinals, with the winner having the opportunity to clinch their maiden Wimbledon title.
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