Danielle Collins and Christian Harrison stepped into the spotlight at Louis Armstrong Stadium, fresh off a hard-fought quarterfinal win that secured their place in the mixed doubles semifinal at the 2025 US Open. Their next challenge: facing the experienced Italian duo of Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori, who have already made waves with their tactical precision and doubles pedigree.

Collins Shares Her Excitement

During the on-court interview following their quarterfinal victory, Collins expressed her enthusiasm for the revamped mixed doubles format. “It’s been such a fun experience,” she said, smiling at the crowd. “Getting to play with Christian and compete in front of this kind of energy—it’s something special.” Her aggressive baseline play and fearless returns have been key to their success, and she’s clearly relishing the opportunity to go deeper in the draw.

Harrison Reflects on Teamwork

Harrison, known for his resilience and sharp net play, praised their growing partnership. “We’ve been learning a lot with each match,” he said. “Danielle brings so much intensity, and I just try to match that and stay solid.” Their complementary styles have helped them navigate a draw filled with top-tier singles players and seasoned doubles specialists.

Facing the Italian Challenge

Errani and Vavassori, the only traditional doubles team left in the competition, present a unique challenge. Their semifinal berth came after a dramatic win over Karolina Muchova and Andrey Rublev, showcasing their ability to stay composed under pressure. Collins and Harrison acknowledged the difficulty of the upcoming match but remained confident in their preparation and adaptability.

Eyes on the Prize

With the semifinal looming, both players are focused on maintaining their rhythm and staying mentally sharp. The US Open’s reimagined mixed doubles event has brought new energy to the tournament, and Collins and Harrison are determined to make the most of it. As Collins put it, “We’re just going to keep pushing, keep enjoying it, and see how far we can go.”

Danielle Rose Collins in 2025

Currently ranked no.59, Danielle played her last match on the 8^th of August when she was overcome by world no.143 Taylor Townsend 6-4 7-6(2) in the 1^st round in Cincinnati (draw).

Currently, during this season Danielle owns an overall 15-13 record. Danielle Rose Collins’s best result of this season was getting to the semifinal in Strasbourg.