New Delhi, July 11 -- Linda Noskova etched her name into Wimbledon history on Saturday (July 11), defeating fellow Czech Karolina Muchova 6-2, 5-7, 6-3 to claim her first Grand Slam title. The 21-year-old ninth seed showed remarkable composure after blowing a golden chance in the second set, recovering to dominate the decider under the Centre Court roof and sweltering conditions.

The win makes Noskova the youngest Wimbledon champion in 15 years, a mark last set by her idol Petra Kvitova in 2011. Kvitova watched proudly from the Royal Box as Noskova lifted the Venus Rosewater Dish after a dramatic three-set battle that swung both ways.

An all-Czech final is rare at the All England Club. The last women's singles final between two players ...