The 2025 US Open mixed doubles final had all the ingredients of a blockbuster: a packed Arthur Ashe Stadium, torrential energy from the crowd, and two pairs representing very different philosophies of tennis. It felt like two worlds colliding, Errani and Vavassori, seasoned partners whose game thrives on touch, angles, and instinctive teamwork, facing Swiatek and Ruud, singles giants stepping into unfamiliar territory relying on raw power and quick adaptation to find their rhythm together. One side leaned on craft and connection, the other on raw talent and shot making brilliance, the kind of matchup that made this year's mixed doubles feel unmissable.
When it was all over it was the Italians who found a way. Leaning on their trust in each other and years of experience, Errani and Vavassori steadied themselves in the deciding tiebreak to win 6-3,5-7, [10-6]. They defended their crown not with flashy power but with resilience, touch, and the kind of quiet understanding that only true double powers share.
A Match Full of Twists and Turns
The first set belonged to Errani and Vavassori, who wasted no time asserting their doubles superiority. Their poise at the net and the relentless ability to anticipate plays frustrated the powerful singles duo across the net. Breaking at a crucial moment, the Italians pocketed the first set 6-3 with efficiency.
Swiatek and Ruud, however, were never going to fade quietly. Known for their grit on the singles circuit, they adjusted in the second set, dictating rallies from the baseline. Swiatek's deep returns and Ruud's solid volleys began to click, and after a tight battle, they snatched the second set 7-5, forcing a decider.
The final set came down to a dramatic match tiebreak. With the tension mounting and the momentum see-sawing, it was experience that ultimately carried the day. Errani and Vavassori held their ground, displaying calm pressure while Swiatek and Ruud faltered at key moments. Closing out 10-6, Italians celebrated with clenched fists and beaming smiles, soaking in yet another New York triumph.
Specialists vs Superstars
Mixed doubles at this year's US Open carried a different buzz. What is usually a quieter corner of the tournament suddenly becomes a stage packed with energy, big names, and curious fans eager to see how singles stars would adapt alongside doubles specialists. Every match felt like a blend of styles and personalities, giving the event a liveliness it rarely enjoys.
The Italians reminded the world that refined positioning, instinctive communication, and tactical variety are weapons that brute force cannot always counter. Even against two of the sport's most decorated singles athletes, their cohesion as a team proved decisive.
Building a Grand Slam Legacy
For Errani and Vavassori, this victory marks their Third Grand Slam Title together after the US Open in 2024 and Roland-Garros earlier this year. Together. They blend experience and athleticism, creating a partnership that thrives under pressure. Each triumph adds to their aura as a team that can withstand anything from hostile crowds to star-studded opposition.
Beyond the silverware, this title carries symbolic weight. By winning against Swiatek and Ruud in front of a primetime Arthur Ashe audience, Errani and Vavassori elevated the victory of mixed doubles. Their victory shows that while celebrity names may draw headlines, doubles specialists bring the quality, strategy, and thrill that make this format unique.
In many ways, this battle was a battle for respect for mixed doubles as a whole and for the players who dedicate themselves to it. The Italian's victory is a success not just for them but for the craft of doubles itself. As they lifted the trophy once again, their message was clear: chemistry matters, partnerships matter, and in mixed doubles, the specialists still shine the brightest.