Tennis surprises: Laura Siegemund advances to the Wimbledon quarterfinals
In a remarkable display of resilience and skill, German tennis player Laura Siegemund has made history at the 2025 Wimbledon Championships. At the age of 37, Siegemund has become one of the oldest women to reach the quarterfinals in the modern era, joining an exclusive group that includes tennis legends like Billie Jean King, Martina Navratilova, and Serena Williams.
Siegemund's journey to the quarterfinals began with a 6-3 victory over Solana Sierra, a match that saw her remain unfazed by rain delays and her opponent. After 48 minutes, Siegemund took the first set, and on her third match point, she clinched the victory to advance.
This achievement is particularly noteworthy given the rarity of women over 37 reaching the Wimbledon quarterfinals. Historically, only a handful of players have managed to achieve this milestone, with Billie Jean King, Martina Navratilova, Serena Williams, and now Siegemund making the cut.
The table below summarises the age and notable years of these exceptional athletes:
| Player | Age at Quarterfinal Appearance | Notable Year(s) | |--------------------|-------------------------------|--------------------| | Billie Jean King | Late 30s | 1970s-1980s | | Martina Navratilova| After 37 | 1990s-2000s | | Serena Williams | After 37 | 2020s | | Laura Siegemund | 37 | 2025 |
Siegemund's sensational run has seen her climb around 50 places in the rankings, making her the last German left in the Wimbledon tournament. As she prepares for her quarterfinal match, she could face a tough challenge from Aryna Sabalenka.
Interestingly, this is not the first time Siegemund has made it to the quarterfinals in a Grand Slam. Five years ago, she reached the same stage at the French Open. However, this Wimbledon quarterfinal appearance is her biggest achievement in singles, surpassing her previous best.
Before making her mark at Wimbledon, Siegemund had multiple failures to qualify for Grand Slams. She made her main draw debut at Wimbledon in 2015, and since then, she had never made it past the second round. However, this year, she has already knocked out world No. 8 Madison Keys with a tactical masterclass.
The match between Siegemund and Sierra was not without its challenges. Rain delays disrupted the play, with the match being halted for about an hour during the second set. Despite these interruptions, Siegemund played her experience against Sierra and made points with stop balls, ultimately securing a 6-3, 6-2 victory.
As Siegemund continues her historic run at Wimbledon, she will receive approximately 460,000 euros in prize money for her quarterfinal appearance. This quarterfinal appearance marks a significant milestone in Siegemund's long career, and she will undoubtedly be aiming to make the most of this opportunity.
Sports, particularly tennis, has been the domain of Laura Siegemund at the 2025 Wimbledon Championships, with her victories in tennis matches like the one against Solana Sierra showcasing her resilience and skill. Notably, Siegemund's success in tennis extends beyond Wimbledon, as she reached the quarterfinals at the French Open five years ago, and now, with her singles quarterfinal appearance at Wimbledon, she has surpassed her previous best achievements in this sport.
