Ukrainian Nadia Podoroska made history at the French Open on October 6 by becoming the first-ever qualifier to reach the women’s singles semifinals at Roland Garros. Ranked No. 131 in the world, the native Argentine (Ukrainian on her mother Irene’s side) had never beaten a top-50 player coming into this tournament, only to stun fellow Ukrainian Elina Svitolina in straight sets, 6-2, 6-4. Podoroska also became the first female qualifier in 21 years to reach the final four of any Grand Slam.

The 23-year-old showed impressive efficiency and nerves of steel throughout the quarterfinal match, joyfully celebrating her upset victory by tossing her racket into the air.