Arab History: Ons Jabeur has become a fan favourite in the UK, and she comes to these shores carrying the dreams of North Africa as she attempts to improve on her last taste of Wimbledon history.
With her brilliant drop-shots and crowd-pleasing inventiveness, the world No. 6 became one of the All England Club’s tales last year, becoming the first African woman and first Arab woman to reach a Grand Slam singles final in the Open Era, finally succumbing to Elena Rybakina.
Jabeur has strived to keep the same engaging attitude since her breakthrough as she pursues her first Grand Slam title.
“It’s been crazy, my life definitely changed a bit [after Wimbledon], and I’m very happy because the most important thing is that I stayed the same,” she said to Sky Sports.
“I enjoy interacting with people, and I enjoy being the same person, which may help me be myself.
“I hope to keep making wonderful memories and achieving my goals, such as becoming the first African and Arab woman to win a Grand Slam.
“Tennis is such an amazing sport, and I honestly try to enjoy my time on the court as much as I can because I think that’s how it’s supposed to be, at least for me.”
Jabeur would add to her Wimbledon success by reaching the final of the US Open, where she was defeated by world No. 1 Iga Swiatek.
She has subsequently embraced her trailblazing position, as indicated by her return home following Wimbledon.
“It was crazy, there were people everywhere at the airport,” she said. “I went to the Theatre of Carthage, where 10,000 people were cheering for me.
“It’s truly incredible, and I’m grateful for the support of Tunisia and the African continent.
“It motivates me to work harder and strive for the Grand Slam because I know it would mean the world to them.”
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This week, the 28-year-old will participate in Eastbourne as part of her last preparations for Wimbledon.
“I love being in Eastbourne because it’s such a great connection, and I love the people here and how they watch tennis,” she said.
“I believe that playing a few matches and on grass helps you prepare for Wimbledon.
“The grass is a difficult surface, but if you play matches on it and get used to it, you can be ready, and hopefully that will be the case for me at Wimbledon.”
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