Africa’s top women’s tennis player, Ons Jabeur, has defeated former world number one Garbiñe Muguruza, to get into the last 16 at Wimbledon.

The 26-year-old Tunisian fought back after going one set down to beat the Spaniard 5-7, 6-3, 6-2.

After her victory she said it was the best day of her tennis career.

“I’m not saying this so you guys come cheer for me in the next round but this is my favourite Centre Court in the world. I’m telling the truth, I swear. The energy is amazing. I’m so, so, so happy.”

She’ll now meet seventh seed Iga Swiatek in the fourth round next week.

“It’s Jabeur’s finest hour. What a moment for Tunisian and North African tennis,” Sam Smith said.

“What a player they have in Ons Jabeur. What a treat we’ve had this afternoon.”