Mensik and Muchova Claim US Open Mixed Doubles Title

Jakub Mensik and Karolina Muchova triumphed in the US Open mixed doubles final, winning $1 million in prize money. They secured their victory by overcoming two match points, ultimately defeating Belinda Bencic and Flavio Cobolli with a score of 6-3, 1-6, 10-6.

This win marks the first Grand Slam title for both players, occurring shortly after Muchova's recovery from a minor surgery. Mensik, who had never participated in mixed doubles before, showcased his skills with a powerful 131mph ace on the final championship point.

In the semi-finals, Muchova and Mensik faced Andrey Rublev and Mirra Andreeva, winning a closely contested match that ended 5-4 (8-6), 3-5, 11-9. The mixed doubles event has gained increased attention, with matches played during prime time, attracting a larger audience.