Last 12 months, former Russian participant Andrei Chesnokov identified that Kate can be assembly with a Moscow-born participant. “Lena lives in and grew up in Moscow,” he mentioned. “The Royal Family will have to congratulate someone from Russia.”

The Princess has already been in attendance to observe Rybakina this 12 months, having been within the Royal Box for her 4-6, 6-1, 6-2 win over Shelby Rogers within the first spherical. Kate sat alongside Roger Federer which didn't appear to assist final 12 months’s winner within the opening set.

“It actually didn’t help me much because I was nervous today,” Rybakina mentioned. “It was really tough for me today, I was pretty nervous and I cannot hide it. It was an amazing atmosphere – really pleased to get to another round.”

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