In a thrilling showdown at the 2025 Australian Open, Madison Keys emerged victorious, defeating Aryna Sabalenka in a three-set battle to claim her first Grand Slam title.
Historic Career Moment
The match saw Keys triumph with a score of 6-3, 2-6, 7-5, marking a historic moment in her career. She previously reached the final of the 2017 US Open and showcased her resilience and determination throughout the tournament. Her journey to the title was nothing short of remarkable, as she defeated five seeded players, including the top two seeds, Iga Świątek and Sabalenka.
This victory made her the first woman since Venus Williams in 2005 to beat the WTA‘s top two players in the final two rounds of a Grand Slam.
Second Set Win
The final match was a testament to Keys’ tenacity and skill. She started strong, breaking Sabalenka’s serve in the first game and taking the first set 6-3. However, Sabalenka, the defending two-time Australian Open champion, fought back in the second set, winning 6-2 and setting the stage for a decisive third set.
Final Set
In the final set, both players held serve until the 11th game, where Keys managed to break Sabalenka’s serve once again, taking a 6-5 lead. With two forehand winners that hugged the line, Keys secured her victory and lifted the trophy, much to the delight of her fans and supporters.
After the match, an emotional Keys thanked her team, including her husband and coach, Bjorn Fratangelo, for their unwavering support. “I have wanted this for so long, and I have been in a Grand Slam final before, but it did not go my way,” Keys said. “I didn’t know if I was going to be able to get back to this position to try and win a trophy again, and my team believed in me every step of the way, so thank you so much.”
Monumental Achievement
Madison Keys’ victory at the Australian Open is a testament to her perseverance and dedication to the sport. As she celebrates this monumental achievement, the tennis world eagerly anticipates what the future holds for this newly crowned Grand Slam champion.
