Karolína Muchová and Jakub Menšík of the Czech Republic triumphed in the US Open mixed doubles final, securing the title with a decisive win over Belinda Bencic and Flavio Cobolli. The duo clinched victory in a late-night match at Arthur Ashe Stadium, with a scoreline of 6-3, 1-6, 10-6, earning them a $1 million prize. Menšík sealed the championship with an impressive seventh ace of the match on triple match point.
The mixed doubles event this year saw a revamped format, which successfully attracted large audiences and included several top singles players. Muchová and Menšík advanced to the final by overcoming the challenge posed by Mirra Andreeva and Andrey Rublev in a highly competitive semi-final. The tournament’s adjustments, including increased prize money and a faster, shorter format, were designed to draw more high-profile singles players to the competition.
Additionally, the inclusion of a qualifying draw this year allowed more doubles specialists the chance to participate, adding to the event’s appeal and competitiveness. This strategic change aimed to enhance the quality and excitement of the mixed doubles matches.
Celebrating their victory, Muchová and Menšík now shift their focus to their respective singles competitions at the US Open. Their win in the mixed doubles event marks an auspicious beginning to their campaigns in the tournament.