Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori clinched their second consecutive mixed doubles title at the 2025 US Open, defeating Iga Swiatek and Casper Ruud in a thrilling final. The match, held at Arthur Ashe Stadium, ended with a score of 6-3, 5-7, 10-6, crowning the Italians as back-to-back champions in a newly restructured tournament format.
Their win reinforced their dominance in the mixed doubles category and highlighted their adaptability in a competition that shifted its focus toward singles-ranked players and wildcard entries.
Prize money reaches unprecedented levels
The 2025 US Open introduced a revamped mixed doubles format with a reduced draw and a condensed schedule, aiming to attract top-tier talent and elevate the event’s profile. As part of this overhaul, the prize money was significantly increased.
Errani and Vavassori earned $1 million for their victory, the highest payout ever awarded in the mixed doubles category at a Grand Slam. This amount was split equally between the two players, granting each $500,000—a figure that far surpasses previous editions and reflects the tournament’s commitment to rewarding excellence.
Overcoming format changes and fierce competition
The path to the title was far from easy. The Italian pair had to navigate a draw filled with elite singles players, including Elena Rybakina, Taylor Fritz, Karolina Muchova, Andrey Rublev, Danielle Collins, and Ryan Harrison. In the final, they faced the formidable duo of Swiatek and Ruud, both top-ranked singles competitors.
Despite initial doubts about their participation due to the format’s exclusion of traditional doubles specialists, Errani and Vavassori proved their mettle. Their strategic play and cohesive teamwork allowed them to dominate across four matches in just two days.
A boost for Italian tennis
This victory adds another chapter to the growing legacy of Italian tennis on the international stage. With Grand Slam titles at both Roland Garros and the US Open in the past year, Errani and Vavassori have become symbols of consistency and excellence in doubles competition.
Their success brings pride to their nation and inspires a new generation of Italian players to pursue greatness in all formats of the sport.