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Errani and Vavassori Retain Roland Garros Mixed Doubles Crown

Errani and Vavassori - Roland Garros champions
Серена Еррані та Алі Вавассорі знову здобули титул переможців у змішаних парах на турнірі Ролан Гаррос. Photo: Главком

Italian Duo Triumphs Again at the French Open

According to Главком: Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori of Italy successfully defended their mixed doubles title at the French Open, defeating Canada’s Gabriela Dabrowski and the United States’ Evan King in the final on the clay courts of Paris. The pair’s victory marks another milestone in their already impressive Grand Slam journey.

The championship match was a tense affair. The Canadian-American team took the first set 6-4, but Errani and Vavassori rallied to claim the second set 6-3. The decisive super tiebreak ended 10-4 in favor of the Italians, securing back-to-back Roland Garros titles for the duo.

A Historic Achievement

This win makes Errani and Vavassori the first mixed doubles pair in recent years to win Roland Garros in consecutive seasons. The last team to achieve this feat was Ivan Dodig and Latisha Chan in 2018-2019. For the Italian pair, this is their fourth Grand Slam title together in the last seven majors, adding to their two US Open victories in 2024 and 2025.

On the losing side, Evan King suffered his second straight final defeat at the Paris event, falling to the same opponents once again. Last year, he was partnered with Taylor Townsend. Meanwhile, Ukraine’s Marta Kostyuk advanced to the French Open semifinals by defeating Elina Svitolina.

Errani and Vavassori’s victory underscores their remarkable consistency and skill in mixed doubles, highlighting their growing influence on modern tennis. Their success may inspire future generations of players aiming for similar heights. For King, the repeated loss to the Italian pair could serve as a catalyst for tactical adjustments in upcoming tournaments.

As the excitement of the French Open continues, the impressive performances of players like Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori draw attention to the broader landscape of the tournament. Notably, Ukrainian talent Marta Snihur also made headlines by securing a strong victory in the first round, showcasing the emerging talents in the sport and adding to the drama of this year’s event.

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