Ruud explains why Errani's serve is difficult for a male tennis player
The Norwegian player clarifies in a press conference the reason why it has been so difficult for the rest of the Italian to fight against.
They have triumphed at Arthur Ashe with brilliant individual matches, but the story changes completely in mixed doubles. It hasn't been so far, the difference hasn't been so notable, but finally Casper Ruud and Iga Swiatek succumbed in the super tiebreak of the grand final of the US Open 2025 against Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori.
The packed stands have been the best measure of a tournament's success that underwent drastic changes in its format in this edition, an experiment that has worked well during these two days at Flushing Meadows. Iga and Casper evaluate their performance in the tournament and their overall experience.
IGA SWIATEK
"Sara and Andrea undoubtedly stepped up and did a great job. The match was also very competitive, and we hope that the fans had fun; that's what this event is for. I enjoyed the whole experience a lot," confessed the Pole at the press conference after the defeat.
About the format
"This is the only way that singles players could play without influencing the individual tournament, something we obviously want to avoid. Perhaps the Cincinnati final could have been earlier, if that were possible because that was the toughest part for me. The format of playing only up to four games is fine. It's obviously short, but I think you can still see who is better. The final up to six also makes sense because we could come back."
CASPER RUUD
"It has been an honor and a lot of fun to share the court with Iga. It's the first time they've done this. I know it has sparked a lot of reactions; it's daring. You can't deny it's fantastic for the fans because the Arthur Ashe is full at midnight on a Wednesday. How often do you see something like that?"
If there was one aspect that proved decisive in the final, it was the indecipherable serve of a great Sara Errani, an equation that was impossible for Casper: "They just fit together because Andrea moves very well at the net. Singles players don't think of crossing when someone serves at 110 km/h. It's as if we're afraid to approach the net. We're not used to seeing that on our own return. The most frustrating thing is that when you feel you've made a good return, she's there and ends it with a volley.
It's a mix of her coming at a different pace, and he moves incredibly well. They know each other quite well, play together in all Grand Slams. They fit well. It has been fun and frustrating to see us miss right returns when we shouldn't. Credit also goes to Andrea for moving so quickly and effectively at the net."
Tournament format
"They could look at the players they invite and those who get to play. There were only three doubles players. I understand the frustration of doubles players for not being able to play. I think maybe they could invite a few more. When players react strongly in tournaments, they analyze it, take it seriously, and see what they can improve for the following year."
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