Anyone that’s ever stepped on a court with the intentions of playing professional tennis has one goal: to compete in the main draw at Wimbledon, the most prestigious of the Grand Slams.
For a group of pros on the ATP and WTA tours, they’ll get that opportunity after fighting through the qualifying draws, which featured former finalists at the Grand Slam, junior champs, veterans vying for one more shot at the crown and up-and-comers in quest of their dream.
Here are the reactions from some of those who will next be battling on the hallowed lawns of the All-England Club.
Former Wimbledon finalist Eugenie Bouchard, who’s been all business this week, is taking satisfaction in the fact that she fought her way through to the main draw, where she’ll open up play against Brit Gabriella Taylor.