Tatjana Maria completed one of the most inspiring runs of her career, defeating Amanda Anisimova 6-3, 6-4 to win the Queen’s Club title. With this win, she became the first women’s champion at the tournament since 1973, and the oldest WTA champion since Serena Williams in 2020.
At 37 years old, Maria’s journey this week was nothing short of extraordinary. She started in qualifying, came into the event on a nine-match losing streak, and ended it by lifting the biggest title of her life.
Along the way, she defeated four top-20 players — Karolina Muchova, Elena Rybakina, Madison Keys, and Amanda Anisimova.
After the final point, Maria dropped her racket, raised her hands in disbelief, and hugged her family who had supported her through every high and low. Her husband, Charles-Édouard Maria, who also serves as her coach, was courtside.
“My husband is really special,” Tatjana Maria said, beaming. “He’s an amazing husband and coach. Doesn’t matter how it goes, we always stick together.”
Maria also had a message for her two daughters, who have been her biggest motivation both on and off the court. “To our beautiful girls, Charlotte and Cece, I love you both,” she said. “You give me strength every single day.”
In a picture-perfect moment, Maria signed the camera, marking her victory as the first women’s singles champion at Queen’s Club in over 50 years
This title not only ends her losing streak but cements her status as one of the most inspiring players on tour.