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Prime Minister Mark Carney welcomed Canadian tennis star Victoria Mboko to Parliament on Wednesday, telling the Toronto teenager that Canadians are proud of her breakthrough season on the WTA Tour.
Carney met Mboko, 19, and members of his family at his West Block office and got a first-hand look at the trophy he won at the National Bank Open this summer in Montreal.
“What an honor it is to have you here, how proud we are of all you have accomplished at such a young age,” Carney told Mboko, saying he was speaking on behalf of Canadians.
The Prime Minister added that the National Bank Open trophy was a symbol of perseverance, resilience and immense talent.
Victoria Mboko capped an incredible run in Montreal to capture the National Bank Open title.
After his statements, Mboko signed the tennis racket he used in the winning match in Montreal. Carney gasped “No way!” and said that he will be given a place of honor.
Seeing Carney spin it, Mboko said he could play with it if he wanted. Carney laughed and said his tennis game isn’t that good.
Mboko entered the tennis season ranked 350th in the world. She finished in a career-best 18th place after winning two tournaments, including the WTA 1000-level National Bank Open.
