Mboko Leads Canada to Victory in United Cup Opener, Extends Streak
In an impressive display, Canadian teenager Victoria Mboko led her country to victory over China in the opening match of the 2026 United Cup, held in Sydney. The match took place on Sunday, where Mboko came back after dropping the first set to win 2-6, 6-2, 6-0.
Match Overview
Facing off against China’s Lin Zhu, who had previously won their only meeting, Mboko started slow. Zhu quickly established a commanding lead by winning the first four games, ultimately taking the opening set 6-2.
Mboko’s Remarkable Comeback
Despite the initial setback, Mboko showcased her resilience in the second set. The 19-year-old Canadian won the first four games, paving her way to a 6-2 victory in that set. Moving into the final set, she dominated without dropping a game, concluding the match in just 1 hour and 39 minutes.
Recent Achievements
- This victory marked Mboko’s sixth consecutive win on the WTA Tour.
- She ended the 2025 season on a five-match winning streak.
- During 2025, she climbed from outside the top 300 to the top 20.
- Mboko secured her second WTA Tour title in Hong Kong that season.
Next Up for Both Teams
Following this defeat, China will be looking to bounce back in their upcoming match against Canada. Zhizhen Zhang is set to compete against Felix Auger-Aliassime, with China aiming to win Group B and secure a place in the quarterfinals through a victory.
As the tournament progresses, fans eagerly await more exciting matchups and performances from both teams.
