Canadian Tennis Star Victoria Mboko Breaks Into Top 10 After Doha Heartbreak

Compatriot Bianca Andreescu celebrates Mboko's career milestone on social media.

Feb. 18, 2026 at 7:55am

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Canadian tennis player Victoria Mboko recently competed at the 2026 Qatar Open, where she finished as the runner-up. Following her performance in Doha, the 19-year-old broke into the top 10 of the WTA Rankings, which drew a reaction from her compatriot Bianca Andreescu.

Why it matters

Mboko's rise to the top 10 is a significant milestone in her young career, showcasing her talent and potential on the WTA Tour. As a fellow Canadian player, Andreescu's public support highlights the camaraderie and pride within the country's tennis community.

The details

At the Qatar Open, Mboko, seeded 10th, defeated several top players, including Marie Bouzkova, Vera Zvonareva, Mirra Andreeva, Elena Rybakina, and Jeļena Ostapenko, before losing to Karolína Muchová in the final. This performance allowed Mboko to debut in the top 10 of the WTA rankings.

  • Mboko competed at the 2026 Qatar Open in February.
  • Mboko was scheduled to compete at the 2026 Dubai Tennis Championships in February but withdrew due to a right elbow injury.
  • Mboko is next expected to compete at the 2026 BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells from March 4 to March 15, 2026.

The players

Victoria Mboko

A 19-year-old Canadian tennis player who recently broke into the top 10 of the WTA Rankings after a runner-up finish at the 2026 Qatar Open.

Bianca Andreescu

A Canadian tennis star who publicly celebrated Mboko's career milestone by posting heart-eye emojis on social media.

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What they’re saying

“😍 😍 😍 😍”

— Bianca Andreescu

What’s next

Mboko is next expected to compete at the 2026 BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells from March 4 to March 15, 2026.

The takeaway

Mboko's breakthrough into the top 10 of the WTA Rankings is a testament to her talent and hard work, and it has garnered the support and celebration of her fellow Canadian tennis star, Bianca Andreescu. This milestone highlights the growing strength and depth of Canadian tennis on the global stage.