The US Open Mixed Doubles event contained an innovative new format, with many of the world’s best singles players who compete and four rounds in two days. One thing remained the same: the champions.
Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori completed their successful title defense on Wednesday evening with a 6-3, 5-7, 10-6 victory against Casper Ruud and Iga Swiatek. The Italians only lost one set in the tournament to share the check for the $ 1 million champion.
“I want to thank my partner. We do something [amazing] In these two years, “Vavassori said during the trophy ceremony.” I have to thank for the energy you have placed [on] The court. It’s incredible for me to play with you, thank you. ”
“Andrea, you’re too strong, too good. I enjoy playing with you,” Errani said. “It’s a pleasure for me to be by your side. It’s always so special. We share these moments that are unforgettable, so I am really happy to share them with you.”
Errani and Vavassori together had the most experience and that showed Flushing Meadows. The good friends, who were supported by landwoman Jasmine Paolini in Arthur Ashe Stadium, showed great chemistry and inexorable net presence to hinder the singles stars in the draw and to lift the trophy.
“It was a great atmosphere, so I have to thank the organization [tournament director] Stracey [Allaster]For Eric [Butorac] Also for giving us the opportunity to play, “said Vavassori.” I have to say that today we showed that Doubles is a great product …
“I think it was great to play with so many people on this court and I have to thank from the ground of my heart for the atmosphere.”
It was far from easy in the champion match against Ruud and Swiatek, which won the Cincinnati Open Singles Trophy on Monday evening. The singles stars enthusiastically about the crowd with their Scotchy and showed great competitive mind to push the Italians to the edge.
Vavassori, who dominated during the tournament, was broken when he served before the tournament on 6-3, 5-4. Ruud and Swiatek both raised their level and Errani and Vavassori could not satisfy the increase.
But while the singles striking the momentum, the defensive champions refused to leave. After the set break to show a lot of energy by sprinting to each other after points, Errani and Vavassori took a 4/0 lead and gave it from there. Errani almost ended the tournament with a private serve, but Vavassori finally took the event with a immersing shot that Swiatek could not handle.
“There are many proud double specialists who now look, love every moment,” said ATP no. 1 club member John Mcenroe. “Good for them!”
“I think this is also for all double players who couldn’t play this tournament,” said Errani. “I think this one is for them too.”
Errani and Vavassori previously eliminated Danielle Collins and Christian Harrison with 4-2, 4-2 in the semi-final. In the only game that went to a decisive set before the final, Ruud and Swiateek passed the top seeds Jack Draper and Jessica Pegula 3-5, 5-3, 10-8.
“Congratulations on Sara and Andrea, completely deserved. You have proven that mixed doubles are tactically smarter than players singles, but we pushed the end,” said Swiatek. “We tried to make it competitive and it was a pleasure to share the court with you and hopefully you will enjoy this and good luck with your doubles.”
“I would also like to congratulate Sara and Andrea. You earn it,” said Ruud. “I think there was some pressure on you when you came somewhat of the favorites and you delivered. You played great, so you deserve it completely, enjoy it and also good luck for Doubles.”
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