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Tennis star Marta Kostyuk became the first Ukrainian woman to reach the French Open semifinals in the Open era, dedicating her historic victory to her war-torn homeland. The 23-year-old's emotional win came just one day after a deadly missile attack in Kyiv.
Ukrainian tennis star Marta Kostyuk is having the season of her life, riding a perfect clay court winning streak all the way to her first French Open quarterfinal. Her confidence and joy-filled approach just helped her defeat one of tennis's biggest champions.
Tennis star Marta Kostyuk became the first Ukrainian woman to reach the French Open semifinals in the Open era, dedicating her emotional victory to her war-torn homeland. The 23-year-old's triumph came just one day after a deadly attack killed 18 people in Ukraine.
Marta Kostyuk defeated four-time champion Iga Swiatek at the French Open, extending her winning streak to 15 matches. The Ukrainian underdog's stunning upset proves she's becoming one of tennis's most exciting rising stars.
Marta Kostyuk celebrated her 25th birthday with the biggest win of her career, defeating four-time French Open champion Iga Swiatek in straight sets to reach her first Roland-Garros quarterfinal. The Ukrainian star has now won 16 straight matches on clay, matching a feat achieved by only one other woman in nearly two decades.
Marta Kostyuk fought back tears after winning at the French Open hours after learning a missile struck just 100 meters from her family's home in Ukraine. The 15th seed found the strength to compete, inspired by Ukrainians who "keep living their life" despite unimaginable circumstances.
Ukraine's Marta Kostyuk stunned four-time champion Iga Swiatek at the French Open, setting up an all-Ukrainian quarterfinal that guarantees the country's first woman semifinalist ever. The historic achievement comes as their nation continues to endure a four-year war.
Brazilian soccer legend Marta Viera da Silva turns 40 today, cementing her legacy as the highest scorer in World Cup history with 17 goals. She's the first player of any gender to score at five different World Cups.
Marta Kostyuk celebrated her biggest career victory with an acrobatic backflip after winning the Madrid Open, her second tournament win in two weeks. The 23rd-ranked Ukrainian defeated Russia's Mirra Andreeva in a powerful display of skill and determination.
Despite their country being at war, Elina Svitolina and Marta Kostyuk will face off in a historic French Open quarter-final that guarantees Ukraine's first women's semifinalist since 1968. Their achievement represents far more than tennis success.
Ukrainian tennis player Marta Kostyuk won her French Open match just hours after a Russian missile struck 100 meters from her parents' home in Kyiv. Through tears, she dedicated her victory to the Ukrainian people who wake up every day and keep living their lives.
Tennis legend Novak Djokovic rallied from a set down in his French Open opener, keeping his quest for a historic 25th Grand Slam title alive at age 39. Meanwhile, Ukrainian star Marta Kostyuk won her match hours after a Russian missile struck near her family's home in Kyiv.
More than 50 countries gathered in Santa Marta, Colombia for the world's first global conference focused entirely on transitioning away from fossil fuels. The summit marks a turning point as nations link clean energy not just to climate action, but to energy security and independence.
The Colorado State Rams women's basketball team punched their ticket to the NCAA Tournament for the first time in a decade, defeating Air Force 56-42 in a defensive showdown. Standout performances from Marta Leimane and Madelyn Bragg led the Rams to victory in Las Vegas.
Sophomore Marta Aguilar just made Seton Hall women's golf history, becoming the first player ever to win three career tournaments while tying the school's lowest score record. The 19-year-old from Spain shared the Space Coast Classic title after shooting an impressive 6-under-par.
Four women who never felt comfortable on grass courts are now competing in the Wimbledon semifinals. Their breakthroughs prove that persistence and the right adjustments can transform your biggest weaknesses into strengths.
Rising tennis talents are bringing fresh excitement to Roland Garros as Alexander Zverev moves closer to his first Grand Slam title and young players Jakub Mensik and Mirra Andreeva make historic runs. The tournament is showcasing both veteran excellence and the sport's bright future.
Austrian tennis player Anastasia Potapova became the first "lucky loser" in 34 years to reach a WTA 1000 semifinal after a stunning comeback victory in Madrid. She dropped to her knees in tears after making history at the Madrid Open.
Maja Chwalińska became the first qualifier in tennis's professional era to reach the French Open final, beating Diana Shnaider in straight sets. The world number 114 will face Russian teen Mirra Andreeva in a match guaranteed to crown a first-time Grand Slam champion.
Ukrainian tennis player Oleksandra Oliynykova trained in a Kyiv apartment with no power or water, dodging drone strikes while chasing her Grand Slam dream. Her story and others prove that champions can emerge from the toughest circumstances.
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