Ukraine left England’s home crowd heartbroken

May 4, 2026
3:09 pm
World Championships

Ukraine ended England’s campaign at the Team World Championships Finals in London, securing a 3-1 victory in the Women’s Round of 32 and silencing the home crowd.

England made a strong start, with Tin-Tin HO putting the hosts ahead after a confident comeback win against Tetyana BILENKO. However, that proved to be the only highlight for the home side.

Margaryta PESOTSKA quickly restored balance, dominating Tianer YU in straight games, before Veronika MATIUNINA delivered another clinical performance to put Ukraine in front with a 3-0 win over Ella PASHLEY.

With momentum firmly on their side, PESOTSKA returned to the table and sealed the tie in style, overcoming HO in straight games to confirm Ukraine’s place in the Round of 16.

England – Ukraine 1-3

Tin-Tin HO – Tetyana BILENKO 3-1 (4-11, 11-6, 11-9, 11-7)
Tianer YU – Margaryta PESOTSKA 0-3 (5-11, 6-11, 6-11)
Ella PASHLEY – Veronika MATIUNINA 0-3 (9-11, 9-11, 9-11)
Tin-Tin HO – Margaryta PESOTSKA 0-3 (4-11, 7-11, 8-11)

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