Petra Kvitova Bids Farewell to Wimbledon After Defeat
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Summary
Petra Kvitova bids an emotional farewell to Wimbledon after defeat by Emma Navarro. She reminisces about her significant moments at the All England Club, including winning two Grand Slam titles, getting engaged on Centre Court, and giving birth to her son.
Key quotes
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It was here that she won her two Grand Slam titles and on Centre Court that she got engaged, and it was during the Championships fortnight last year that she gave birth to her son.
Not everyone has celebrated their biggest professional and personal milestones here.
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