Taylor Fritz claims first ATP title of 2025 in Stuttgart as Tatjana Maria wins Queen’s Club Crown at 37

Taylor Fritz secured his first title of the 2025 season at the Boss Open in Stuttgart, while Germany’s Tatjana Maria, 37, produced a fairy tale finish to win the WTA 500 event at Queen’s Club in London—becoming the oldest WTA singles champion in five years.

Taylor Fritz outclasses Zverev to win Stuttgart Title

American No. 1 Taylor Fritz defeated Alexander Zverev 6-3, 7-6(0) in a rain-delayed final in Stuttgart to claim his first ATP title of the season and fifth straight win over the German.

Despite a lengthy rain interruption early in the second set, Fritz maintained composure, dominating the tie-break and clinching the final 11 points of the match. Remarkably, he didn’t drop serve the entire tournament.

“I’m really happy, especially as it was not too great of a clay season,” Fritz said.
“To come here and start the grass season off perfectly—I’m super happy.”

This marks Fritz's first trophy since Eastbourne 2024, also on grass, and boosts him up the rankings to No. 4 in the world, directly behind Zverev.

Zverev, who once again fell short in a grass-court final, expressed frustration in jest post-match:

“I’ve had enough. Stay away from me. Please don’t come to Germany for the next two or three years.”

Tatjana Maria Crowned “Queen of Queen’s” at 37

Tatjana Maria captured hearts and headlines with a stunning run to the title at Queen’s Club, claiming the most significant title of her career with a 6-3, 6-4 win over Amanda Anisimova in the WTA 500 final.

Ranked No. 86 and entering the draw as a qualifier, Maria knocked out four top-20 players—including Karolina Muchova, Elena Rybakina, and Madison Keys—before dispatching the eighth-seeded Anisimova in straight sets.

Celebrating with her husband/coach Charles-Edouard Maria and daughters Charlotte and Cecilia, the German veteran reflected on the moment:

“This means a great deal to me. I serve as a strong example that even at my age, it is still possible to win major trophies.”

Maria is now the oldest WTA singles champion since Serena Williams triumphed in Auckland in 2020 at 38. This win also marks her first WTA 500 title and fourth overall—adding to previous grass success in Mallorca (2018) and clay titles in Bogotá (2022, 2023).

A former Wimbledon semifinalist, Maria is expected to rise to No. 43 in the WTA rankings on Monday, giving her momentum heading into the All England Club once again.

Weekend Results Summary

ATP Stuttgart (Boss Open) – Final
🏆 Taylor Fritz (USA) def. Alexander Zverev (GER) 6-3, 7-6(0)

WTA Queen’s Club – Final
🏆 Tatjana Maria (GER) def. Amanda Anisimova (USA) 6-3, 6-4

Sportsligue Analysis: What it means

• Fritz's flawless serving week reaffirms his grass-court prowess and sets him up as a real Wimbledon contender.
• Zverev’s grass curse continues, with the German now 0–3 in finals on the surface.
• Maria’s historic win is not just a feel-good story but a warning to the field—her grass-court instincts and experience are still elite.
• Anisimova’s runner-up finish signals a strong return to form after an injury-plagued 2024.

What’s Next

With Queen’s Club (ATP) and Berlin (WTA) on the calendar next, all eyes now turn toward Wimbledon 2025. Fritz and Maria, both now champions on grass, will enter SW19 with momentum—and belief.