In a stunning display of skill and determination, the No. 3 seeded Italians, Andrea Vavassori and Sara Errani, emerged victorious in the US Open mixed doubles final, defeating the unseeded American duo of Donald Young and Taylor Townsend in a thrilling contest on Thursday. The Italians clinched the title in straight sets, winning 7-6 (0), 7-5 in an hour and 30 minutes of intense play inside the iconic Arthur Ashe Stadium.
For Vavassori and Errani, this victory was nothing short of a “dream come true.” The triumph not only marked Errani’s first mixed doubles trophy but also represented Vavassori’s maiden Grand Slam title, adding yet another milestone to the already impressive year for Italian tennis.
During the emotional trophy ceremony, Vavassori expressed his elation, stating, “It’s very special. It’s a dream come true for me. Being with Sara, an amazing person, an amazing player. I always watched her during her career. It was amazing to play with her at Wimbledon and the Olympics this year…”
Despite their relative newcomer status in the mixed doubles circuit, both Vavassori and Errani have enjoyed success in doubles competition. Vavassori previously reached the finals of the Australian Open and Roland Garros in 2024 alongside Simone Bolelli, while Errani claimed a gold medal in the women’s doubles at the 2024 Paris Olympics with partner Jasmine Paolini.
Reflecting on their remarkable achievements, Errani remarked, “It’s an incredible year for me, but also for Italy. Jannik Sinner winning the Australian Open, Jasmine reaching the Roland Garros and Wimbledon finals, Simone and Vavassori in the Australian and French Open doubles finals, me and Jasmine winning Olympic gold… it’s a really good moment for Italy. We are very happy to be part of that moment.”
The Italian pair’s triumph at the US Open serves as a testament to their talent, dedication, and unwavering commitment to excellence. As they bask in the glory of their victory, Vavassori and Errani stand tall as shining examples of Italian tennis prowess on the global stage.