It was really difficult, but anything can happen.”She’ll face Japanese star Naomi Osaka, a 6-2, 7-6 (7) winner over 16th-seeded Clara Tauson of Denmark in the second semifinal.Mboko, ranked 85th in the world,

Canadian wildcard Victoria Mboko saved a match point on the way to a thrilling 1-6, 7-5, 7-6 (7/4) victory over former Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina on Wednesday (Thursday in Manila) to reach the final of the WTA Canadian Open.

Canadian wild‑card Victoria Mboko challenges former Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina in the WTA 1000 Montreal semifinal. Read our in‑depth preview, player form, head‑to‑head, and top betting strategi