The 2025 Eisenhower Cup, held at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden, ended with a magnificent win for the dynamic duo of Elena Rybakina and Taylor Fritz. They both have emerged victorious after thwarting Madison Keys and Tommy Paul in the final showdown.
This prestigious mixed doubles exhibition event, known for its unique format and high-energy matches, featured eight top-tier teams competing in a single-elimination bracket.
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The tournament's format after the tie-break rules added an extra layer of excitement with matches decided by tie-break from the start of the game. Rybakina and Fritz showed exceptional teamwork and resilience throughout the game, beating their opponents in intense tie-breaker sets to grab the elite title.
Notably, 2022 Wimbledon Champion Elena Rybakina was a last-minute addition to the marquee event, replacing world number one Aryna Sabalenka, who withdrew to focus on upcoming WTA 100 events. This change turned out to be beneficial as Rybakina partnered with Fritz, which turned out to be an extremely successful one.
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Watch the winning moment here:
Elena Rybakina and Taylor Fritz opens up after winning Eisenhower Cup 2025
The duo faced stiff competition from other elite pairs but managed to stay focused and deliver consistent performance throughout the marquee event. Their win in the final showdown was a testament to their determination and ability to perform under pressure.
Elena said, “It’s really special. I’m glad I was lucky to play here. Thanks to my partner of course and everyone who came to watch. It’s a great event. Super happy to be a winner.” While Taylor said, “It’s awesome. You come here to try and win it. It was super exciting to play with Elena. She played great. Great to start the week off at home."
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