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Keys will arrive at Wimbledon with a backpack full of confidence

Fernando Murciego - 27 Jun 2026
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Madison Keys Conquers Eastbourne for the Third Time and Will Arrive at Wimbledon with the Arrow Up. Source: Getty

Madison Keys once again positions herself among the big stars of the grass court season. The American was crowned champion this Saturday at the WTA of Eastbourne after defeating German player Tatjana Maria in the final by 7-5 and 6-4, securing her third title at this tournament and confirming her excellent form ahead of Wimbledon.

The victory marks Keys' eleventh WTA title of her career and the fourth achieved on grass, a surface where historically she has shown one of her best versions. Eastbourne has become a special stage for her: she had already won there in 2014 and 2016, and almost a decade later, she celebrates a trophy that reinforces her aspirations for the third Grand Slam of the year.

The final against Tatjana Maria was not easy. The German, a grass court specialist thanks to her variety, changes of pace, and serve and volley game, caused problems for Keys throughout a significant part of the match. However, the power of the American from the baseline eventually prevailed. Keys knew how to withstand crucial moments, found solutions against her opponent's variations, and closed out the match in two sets.

Madison Keys, a threat at Wimbledon

The title comes at a particularly important moment for the American, who aims to carry this positive momentum to Wimbledon. The grass surface favors her key strengths: a dominant serve, an aggressive forehand, and the ability to take the initiative quickly in short exchanges. Furthermore, her experience on big stages could be a differentiating factor.

Keys already knows what it's like to shine in London: she reached the Wimbledon semifinals in 2015 and has shown several times that she can compete against the best on grass. With this new title, she arrives at the All England Club with confidence, competitive rhythm, and the certainty that she once again poses a real threat to any player in the draw.

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