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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Eleanor Crooks

Wimbledon semi-finalist Belinda Bencic being powered by baby daughter Bella

Belinda Bencic celebrates victory over Mirra Andreeva (Adam Davy/PA) - (PA Wire)

Belinda Bencic credited baby daughter Bella for helping her stay relaxed after defeating teenage star Mirra Andreeva to reach a first Wimbledon semi-final.

Eighteen-year-old Andreeva was bidding to become the youngest semi-finalist at the All England Club since Maria Sharapova won the title 21 years ago but Bencic edged a cat-and-mouse battle 7-6 (3) 7-6 (2).

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