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The defending champions picked up right where they left off in New York. They handled the new fast-paced format with incredible composure. Their experience and chemistry were too much for the star-studded pairing. The win sets up a potential clash with other big names in the next round.

Key Points: Errani Vavassori Defeat Rybakina Fritz in US Open Mixed Doubles

  • Defending champs win in straight sets 4-2, 4-2
  • New fast format features first-to-four sets
  • Italians dominated with net play and court coverage
  • Rybakina and Fritz couldn't break their fluid teamwork
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US Open: Defending champs Errani-Vavassori defeat Rybakina-Fritz in mixed doubles

Defending champions Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori start their US Open title defense with a straight-sets win over the high-profile team of Elena Rybakina and Taylor Fritz.

"The Italian duo handled the pressure with ease. - US Open Report"

New York, Aug 19

Reigning US Open mixed doubles champions Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori picked up right where they left off, defeating the high-profile pairing of Elena Rybakina and Taylor Fritz 4-2, 4-2 in one of the first matches of the revamped mixed doubles event.

Facing the newly introduced fast format — featuring first-to-four-game sets, no-ad scoring, and a 10-point match tiebreak in lieu of a third set — the Italian duo handled the pressure with ease. The 2025 Roland Garros champions showcased their chemistry and experience from the start, quickly taking the first set 4-2 against Fritz and Rybakina, the No. 10 seed in women’s singles.

While the second set featured longer rallies and more tactical exchanges, it was Errani and Vavassori’s dominance at the net and seamless court coverage that proved decisive. Despite flashes of brilliance from Rybakina’s baseline power and Fritz’s booming serve, the duo couldn’t consistently break through the Italians' fluid teamwork.

The straight-sets win advances Errani and Vavassori to the next round, where they will face the winner of the intriguing matchup between Venus Williams and Reilly Opelka versus Karolina Muchova and Andrey Rublev.

Elsewhere, Caty McNally and Lorenzo Musetti thrilled the Arthur Ashe Stadium crowd by defeating fan favorites Naomi Osaka and Gaël Monfils, 5-3, 4-2. After a series of traded breaks, McNally and Musetti found their rhythm, outpacing their opponents with 19 winners to Osaka and Monfils’ seven.

McNally and Musetti now await the outcome of the clash between No. 3 seeds Iga ÅšwiÄ…tek and Casper Ruud and the American duo Madison Keys and Frances Tiafoe.

With the revamped format producing fast-paced, high-drama matches, the 2025 US Open mixed doubles event is off to an electric start.

- IANS

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Priya S
The new fast format sounds exciting! First-to-four sets with no-ad scoring should make matches more intense and unpredictable. Perfect for our short attention spans these days 😄
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Aditya G
Disappointed that Rybakina-Fritz lost, but singles stars don't always translate to doubles success. The teamwork and coordination required is completely different. Still hoping for an Indian player to make waves in mixed doubles soon!
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Sarah B
Venus Williams still playing at this level is incredible! The next match against Muchova-Rublev will be fascinating. Mixed doubles is seriously underrated - some of the most entertaining tennis you'll watch
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Karthik V
️ 19 winners vs 7 tells the whole story! McNally-Musetti completely outplayed Osaka-Monfils. Sometimes the less flashy pairs work better together in doubles. Great start to the tournament!
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Michael C
While I enjoy the fast format, I hope they don't make all tennis this quick. The traditional scoring system has its charm and allows for more dramatic comebacks. But for mixed doubles specifically, this works well!

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