Karolina Muchova and Jakub Mensik claimed the US Open mixed doubles title, defeating Belinda Bencic and Flavio Cobolli 6–3, 1–6, 10–6 in a decisive match tiebreak at Flushing Meadows in New York. The victory earned the Czech pair a $1 million prize purse.
Czech Duo Claims Flushing Meadows Title
Star-Studded Field Falls to Finalists
The championship clash capped a unique exhibition-style tournament format designed to draw fans to the grounds ahead of the main Grand Slam singles draws. Bencic of Switzerland and Cobolli of Italy reached the final after eliminating several high-profile pairings in the earlier rounds, including Alexander Zverev and Taylor Townsend in their opening match, followed by a victory over Carlos Alcaraz paired with Serena Williams.
Demanding Semifinals Push Teams to the Limit
In the semifinals, Bencic and Cobolli overcame Elina Svitolina and Gael Monfils. Meanwhile, Muchova and Mensik fought through their own demanding semifinal against Mirra Andreeva and Andrey Rublev, securing that match 11–9 in a narrow tiebreak just hours before taking the court for the final.
Mensik’s Serve Dictates Early Momentum
Mensik’s powerful serving proved vital throughout the opening set, where the young Czech dictated baseline exchanges. Bencic and Cobolli responded quickly in the second frame, securing an early break to establish a 3–1 lead and evening the match.
Late-Night Tiebreak Secures the Trophy
The deciding match tiebreak went to the Czech duo at 10–6, sealed on their third match point by a booming ace from Mensik. “It was great to play and to start the US Open like this,” Mensik said following the victory.
Revised Format Draws Crowds to Outer Rounds
The US Open mixed doubles event is operating under a revised format for its second year. Organizers introduced the changes to boost attendance and add a distinct entertainment component prior to the primary tournament brackets, drawing large crowds to the outer rounds in New York, though the late-night final finished shortly before midnight local time with portions of the Arthur Ashe Stadium seating empty.
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