"He must be Elena Rybakina’s long lost brother" - Tennis fans react to Marketa Vondrousova's husband Stepan Simek's rare crying after Wimbledon win

Several tennis fans were amazed by Marketa Vondrousova's husband Stepan Simek shedding rare tears of joy following his wife's Wimbledon triumph. Simek, known for his typically stoic demeanor, surprised fans with his reaction, leading some to draw comparisons between him and Elena Rybakina as if they were long-lost siblings.Vondrousova created history by defeating sixth seed Ons Jabeur 6-4, 6-4 in the final on Saturday, thereby becoming the first unseeded Wimbledon champion in the Open Era. The Czech player won the match in a mere 80 minutes.This was Vondrousova's first Grand Slam singles title, and the win in the final also marked her third victory over Jabeur this season.During the post-match press conference, Marketa Vondrousova provided insights into her husband Stepan Simek's emotions. When asked about Simek's composed demeanor during the final, Vondrousova revealed that that was typical of him as he tends to avoid displaying his feelings openly.She further stated that after her victory, Simek embraced her tightly and shed tears, an extremely rare occurrence.&quot;He's like this all the time (smiling). I think when I came to the box, he cried. I saw him after, and he cried a lot. I think that's the first emotion I saw him over the eight years (laughter). I think he cried on the wedding day also, but that was it for the eight years, so... That's it,&quot; Vondrousova said.Several tennis fans took to social media to express their reaction to Stepan Simek crying. Some fans couldn't help but draw comparisons between Simek's typically stoic demeanor and that of Elena Rybakina, suggesting that they could be long-lost siblings due to their striking resemblance.&quot;He must be Rybakina’s long lost brother,&quot; a fan tweeted.🇺🇦 Steven Walk@realStevenWalk@TheTennisLetter He must be Rybakina’s long lost brother104@TheTennisLetter He must be Rybakina’s long lost brotherAnother fan stated that Simek looked strikingly similar to Hubert Hurkacz.&quot;He kinda looks like a long lost cousin of Hurkacz,&quot; the fan tweeted.Mushroom@SMSociety__@TheTennisLetter He kinda looks like a long lost cousin of Hurkacz69@TheTennisLetter He kinda looks like a long lost cousin of HurkaczHere are a few more reactions:marco@sloanepowerMarketa Vondrousova is married to Elena Rybakina! twitter.com/thetennislette…The Tennis Letter@TheTennisLetterMarketa Vondrousova on her husband not showing emotions:“He’s like this all the time. But when I came to the box he cried. I saw him after &amp; he cried a lot. I think that’s the 1st emotion I saw over the last 8 years. I think he cried on our wedding day also but that was it” 210771Marketa Vondrousova on her husband not showing emotions:“He’s like this all the time. But when I came to the box he cried. I saw him after &amp; he cried a lot. I think that’s the 1st emotion I saw over the last 8 years. I think he cried on our wedding day also but that was it” 😂 https://t.co/dJwtofwFafMarketa Vondrousova is married to Elena Rybakina! twitter.com/thetennislette…Gabriel Rogers@groger2002@TheTennisLetter You could tell that Marketa's husband is not comfortable in the spotlight, but he was so proud of his wife winning @Wimbledon.6@TheTennisLetter You could tell that Marketa's husband is not comfortable in the spotlight, but he was so proud of his wife winning @Wimbledon.Gi@crzygeminibaker@TheTennisLetter They look like twins 1@TheTennisLetter They look like twins 😅ryan@holdenthebluesWhy marry someone like this twitter.com/TheTennisLette…The Tennis Letter@TheTennisLetterMarketa Vondrousova on her husband not showing emotions:“He’s like this all the time. But when I came to the box he cried. I saw him after &amp; he cried a lot. I think that’s the 1st emotion I saw over the last 8 years. I think he cried on our wedding day also but that was it” 171Marketa Vondrousova on her husband not showing emotions:“He’s like this all the time. But when I came to the box he cried. I saw him after &amp; he cried a lot. I think that’s the 1st emotion I saw over the last 8 years. I think he cried on our wedding day also but that was it” 😂 https://t.co/dJwtofwFafWhy marry someone like this twitter.com/TheTennisLette…Murali@murali_iygr@TheTennisLetter You crushed his soul 1@TheTennisLetter You crushed his soul 😂obvderangeddork | I FINALLY GOT TICKETS!!!!@gyztsloveraotd@TheTennisLetter Marketa and Stepan might form a better duo than Stefadosa 3@TheTennisLetter Marketa and Stepan might form a better duo than Stefadosa 😆biel está beatriz haddadzado🇧🇷🇦🇷@ThiemHaddadshe’s such a vibe 🤣 twitter.com/thetennislette…The Tennis Letter@TheTennisLetterMarketa Vondrousova on her husband not showing emotions:“He’s like this all the time. But when I came to the box he cried. I saw him after &amp; he cried a lot. I think that’s the 1st emotion I saw over the last 8 years. I think he cried on our wedding day also but that was it” 171Marketa Vondrousova on her husband not showing emotions:“He’s like this all the time. But when I came to the box he cried. I saw him after &amp; he cried a lot. I think that’s the 1st emotion I saw over the last 8 years. I think he cried on our wedding day also but that was it” 😂 https://t.co/dJwtofwFafshe’s such a vibe 🤣 twitter.com/thetennislette…ULTM8SerenaWilliamsf@ultm8swfans@TheTennisLetter Lol What kind of guy did she marry, that this is the 1st emotion he’s shown in 8 years? That’s so hilarious! #Wimbledon1@TheTennisLetter Lol What kind of guy did she marry, that this is the 1st emotion he’s shown in 8 years? That’s so hilarious! 😂😂#WimbledonTG fan@eurofitz twitter.com/TheTennisLette…The Tennis Letter@TheTennisLetterMarketa Vondrousova on her husband not showing emotions:“He’s like this all the time. But when I came to the box he cried. I saw him after &amp; he cried a lot. I think that’s the 1st emotion I saw over the last 8 years. I think he cried on our wedding day also but that was it” 210771Marketa Vondrousova on her husband not showing emotions:“He’s like this all the time. But when I came to the box he cried. I saw him after &amp; he cried a lot. I think that’s the 1st emotion I saw over the last 8 years. I think he cried on our wedding day also but that was it” 😂 https://t.co/dJwtofwFaf😂😂😂 twitter.com/TheTennisLette…Vaishali@iHopefulCynic@TheTennisLetter Cute.2@TheTennisLetter Cute.&quot;When I was coming back, I didn't know what's going to happen&quot; - Marketa Vondrousova on returning from her injuryMarketa Vondrousova with the 2023 Wimbledon trophyMarketa Vondrousova reached the final of the 2019 French Open but lost to Ashleigh Barty. Since that run at Roland Garros, the Czech has faced numerous challenges and persistent injuries.Following the conclusion of the 2019 French Open, Vondrousova underwent wrist surgery that forced her on the sidelines for nearly six months. In 2022, she faced yet another setback as she underwent a second wrist surgery, resulting in another period of inactivity.In her post-match interview on Saturday, Vondrousova reflected on her emotions after returning to the tour and her remarkable victory at Wimbledon. She candidly expressed her initial doubts about reclaiming her position at the highest level.&quot;Yeah, when I was coming back, I didn't know what's going to happen, if I can play at that level again. Yeah, I mean, this seems impossible. Even, like, I don't know, on grass I didn't play well before. I think it was the most impossible Grand Slam for me to win, so I didn't even think of it,&quot; Marketa Vondrousova said.Vondrousova's maiden Grand Slam title victory will enable her to debut in the top 10 of the WTA singles rankings on Monday.

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