Linda Noskova, a Specialist in Drama: “But It’s Not Good for My Mental Health”
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At a glance
- Linda Noskova defeated Marta Kostyuk in a demanding US Open round-of-16 match.
- Noskova said she had many chances, especially in the second set, but failed to convert them and had to wait for another opportunity.
- The Czech player described the match as very difficult and acknowledged its mental strain.
Linda Noskova has become a specialist in dramatic matches, but she says the tension is taking a toll on her mental health.
After defeating Marta Kostyuk in Sunday’s US Open round-of-16 match, Noskova dropped to her knees, caught her breath and grimaced toward her box. The victory had demanded a great deal from her.
It was a very tough match.
“It was a very tough match,” she said minutes later. “I had a lot of opportunities, especially in the second set. But I couldn’t finish it with a win, so I had to wait for another chance and keep going.”
I had a lot of opportunities, especially in the second set. But I couldn’t finish it with a win, so I had to wait for another chance and keep going.
Originally published by iDNES in Czech. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.