Tatjana Maria completed a remarkable journey from qualifier to champion as she defeated Amanda Anisimova in straight sets to become the first women’s winner at Queen’s Club in 52 years.
The 37-year-old German produced a composed and clinical performance to overcome the American world number 15 with a 6-3, 6-4 victory, capping off one of the most memorable weeks of her career.
Maria, a mother-of-two, dropped just one set across seven matches in nine days, dispatching four top-15 players along the way—including reigning Australian Open champion Madison Keys. Her incredible endurance and tactical prowess saw her defy the odds time and again on her way to the title.
Such is the span of her career that Maria made her professional debut just days before her 23-year-old opponent Anisimova was born. Experience proved decisive in the final, as Maria dictated play with a calm authority throughout.
At match point, Maria raised her arms in disbelief after a wide forehand from Anisimova confirmed the victory. The pair shared a heartfelt hug at the net before Maria dashed to the sidelines to embrace her husband and coach, Charles, and their two daughters. The moment was made all the more charming as youngest daughter Cecilia, tucked in her pram, appeared to have slept through the entire match.
Maria’s triumph at Queen’s not only marks a personal milestone but also etches her name into the tournament’s history, reviving a long-dormant women’s chapter with a truly inspiring story.