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Teenager Stuns Ex-Slam Champ in Hong Kong Upset
4 Nov
Summary
- A 17-year-old Briton secured her first WTA main-draw win.
- She received only one hour's notice before her match.
- The win came against a former Australian Open champion.
British teenager Mika Stojsavljevic secured a significant career milestone at the Hong Kong Open, achieving her first WTA Tour main-draw win. The 17-year-old, ranked 411th in the world, entered the main draw unexpectedly as a lucky loser. She received merely an hour's notice before facing former Australian Open champion Sofia Kenin.
Despite the short notice, Stojsavljevic displayed remarkable composure and skill. She triumphed over Kenin with a final score of 6-3, 4-6, 6-4, marking a notable upset. This victory follows another impressive win earlier in 2026, where she defeated then world number 56 Talia Gibson.
Stojsavljevic's journey in tennis began at age seven in London. Her junior career highlights include winning the US Open junior title in 2025, becoming the first Briton to do so in 15 years. She reached a career-high junior ranking of fifth before turning professional. Her recent performance in Birmingham also saw her reach the quarter-finals of a WTA 125 event.
