At the prestigious Wimbledon Championships, held on July 13, 2025, Veronika Kudermetova achieved a career milestone by clinching her inaugural Grand Slam title alongside Elise Mertens in the women’s doubles event. The duo displayed remarkable resilience, overcoming a challenging start to secure victory against the formidable pair of Su-Wei Hsieh and Jelena Ostapenko, with a final scoreline of 3-6, 6-2, 6-4 on the iconic Centre Court.
Kudermetova and Mertens faced each other in the finals two years prior but had not competed as partners at Wimbledon until this tournament. Their journey to victory was marked by a pivotal comeback during the third set, where they initially fell behind 4-2 before winning four consecutive games to clinch the title.
This triumph marked Mertens’ fifth Grand Slam doubles title, adding a second Wimbledon victory to her accolades. The Belgian player previously won the tournament in 2021 while partnering with Hsieh, in a gripping final against Kudermetova and Elena Vesnina, where they saved two match points.
Reflecting on the emotional journey of the final, Kudermetova shared, “I lost that final and it was so painful. Today I said to myself, I really want it. And it’s mine now,” encapsulating the significance of this win for her.
Hsieh, a veteran of the doubles circuit, has now captured the Wimbledon doubles title four times, partnering with three different players throughout her illustrious career. On the other hand, Ostapenko, who rose to fame after winning the 2017 French Open, was here aiming to secure her second major doubles title, having triumphed in the US Open the previous year alongside Lyudmyla Kichenok.
Kudermetova and Mertens’ victory not only highlights their skill and determination on the court but also adds to the rich tapestry of tennis history at Wimbledon, showcasing the ever-evolving narratives of its champions.
