The US Open mixed doubles tournament came to an exciting end with defending champions Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori successfully retaining their title. The Italian pair showed why they are the top team in this event by defeating the third-seeded team of Iga Świątek and Casper Ruud in the final.
After the match, Świątek had gracious words for both her opponents, who won the championship, and her partner, Ruud, who fought alongside her in the final.
What Did Iga Świątek Say to Her US Open Mixed Doubles Opponents and Casper Ruud?
Following the 6-3, 5-7, 10-6 defeat in the final, Świątek was quick to congratulate the Italian champions. She told Errani and Vavassori:
“First of all, congrats to Sara and Andrea. Fully deserved. You proved that mixed doubles players are smarter tactically than singles players. We pushed to the end. We tried to make it competitive. It was a pleasure to share the court with you.”
Iga Swiatek to Errani and Vavassori after the mixed doubles final at the U.S. Open:
“First of all congrats to Sara and Andrea. Fully deserved. You proved that mixed doubles players are smarter tactically than singles players 😂. We pushed to the end. We tried to make it… pic.twitter.com/V8QCtKOz4Z
— The Tennis Letter (@TheTennisLetter) August 21, 2025
Errani and Vavassori showed their quality throughout the tournament, winning all their matches except for losing one set in the final. The pair had been defending their 2024 title and were the only traditional doubles specialists in the 16-team draw.
Their experience together paid off as they displayed superior teamwork and tactical awareness against the singles stars. Vavassori dominated on his serve throughout the tournament, and both players showed great energy and chemistry on court.
Świątek also had kind words for her partner, Ruud, during the post-match ceremony. She thanked him for reaching out to form their partnership and praised their teamwork despite minimal preparation time. She noted how Ruud handled the tactics and told her the game plan just 10 minutes before each match, allowing them to play freely and enjoy the atmosphere.
Iga Swiatek to Casper Ruud after their loss in the mixed doubles US Open final
“I want to thank the tournament for the opportunity for us to play when we could. We always focus on singles but now we had the opportunity to play mixed together. I really enjoyed it. Thanks Casper… pic.twitter.com/p7oSfk0UwI
— The Tennis Letter (@TheTennisLetter) August 21, 2025
This playful banter and lighthearted exchange between Świątek and Ruud highlight the tournament’s most important aspect: the friendships between players.
How Did Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori Conquer the New-Format Mixed Doubles?
The final took place on Wednesday night at Arthur Ashe Stadium in front of a sold-out crowd. The match went the full distance with both teams showing great competitive spirit. Errani and Vavassori took the first set 6-3, but Świątek and Ruud fought back to win the second set 7-5. In the deciding match tiebreaker, the Italian champions built a 4-0 lead and held on for a 10-6 victory to claim the championship.
The 2025 US Open mixed doubles featured a completely new format, with 16 teams competing over just two days. The tournament offered a record $1 million prize for the winning team, a massive increase from previous years.
This new format attracted many top singles players, including Świątek, Ruud, Carlos Alcaraz, and Emma Raducanu. The early rounds used a shortened format with sets played to four games instead of six, while the final used traditional rules.
Errani and Vavassori became the first repeat mixed doubles champions at Flushing Meadows since Bethanie Mattek-Sands and Jamie Murray won in 2018-19. The Italian pair had been critical of the format changes but were awarded a wildcard to defend their title.
