18-year-old Canadian rising star Victoria Mboko is officially a WTA Tour champion after defeating former world No. 1 Naomi Osaka in the final of the National Bank Open.

Mboko delivered one of the most remarkable breakout runs in recent memory, having already beaten three Major champions—Sofia Kenin, Coco Gauff, and Elena Rybakina—on her way to the final. In front of an electric hometown crowd, she added another Major winner to her list, capping off a dream week with a dramatic three-set win over Osaka.

Osaka Dominates Early with Tactical Precision

Osaka began the match with confidence and composure, leaning on her big-match experience to unsettle the teenage debutant. After a comfortable opening hold, she broke Mboko immediately, targeting the Canadian’s forehand with relentless press

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