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Reigning champion Tatjana Maria shocked by Queen’s wildcard snub
Tatjana Maria, the reigning Queen’s Club women’s champion, has revealed her shock at not receiving a wildcard to defend her title this week, suggesting winning last year’s tournament should command greater respect.
TL;DR
- Tatjana Maria, the reigning Queen's Club women's champion, was denied a wildcard to defend her title.
- She is forced to compete in qualifying matches, while four lower-ranked British players received wildcards.
- Maria believes winning the tournament last year should have earned her automatic respect and consideration for a wildcard.
- The LTA stated that wildcards are given to benefit British tennis and provide opportunities for their players to progress.
- Maria will face Maria Sakkari in the first round after successfully navigating qualifying, hoping her practice on grass will be an advantage.