Canada’s Gabriel Diallo Stuns the Field to Win Libema Open Title, While Elise Mertens Triumphs in Women’s Final
It was a thrilling week at the Libema Open 2025 in ‘s-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands, as both Gabriel Diallo and Elise Mertens emerged victorious in hard-fought finals on grass at Centre Court. Diallo, the rising Canadian star, delivered a breakout performance to claim his first-ever ATP Tour title, while Mertens added another feather to her cap by winning the Women’s Singles title with clinical consistency.
🇨🇦 Gabriel Diallo’s Incredible Run to the Title
Canada’s Gabriel Diallo, just 22 years old, has officially arrived on the big stage. The Montreal native capped off a stellar week by defeating Belgium’s Zizou Bergs 7-5, 7-6(8) in a nail-biting men’s final. Diallo showed poise well beyond his years, surviving a tense second-set tiebreak to close out the match and lift his maiden ATP title on grass — a surface where he had little experience prior to this week.
Diallo’s road to the final was nothing short of impressive. He upset top seeds and seasoned grass-court players through grit, power, and confidence, including a semifinal win against veteran Adrian Mannarino. His booming serve and fearless baseline hitting made him one of the most exciting players to watch in the tournament.
This victory is a major boost for Canadian tennis, with Diallo joining the likes of Felix Auger-Aliassime and Denis Shapovalov as part of a new wave of talent. With his first ATP trophy in hand and momentum building, Diallo will be a name to watch heading into Wimbledon 2025.
🇧🇪 Elise Mertens Cruises to Women’s Title
On the women’s side, Elise Mertens of Belgium showcased her all-court versatility and experience to clinch the title with a 6-3, 7-6(3) win over Romania’s Elena-Gabriela Ruse. Mertens looked composed throughout the week, navigating a tricky draw with ease and dispatching each opponent in straight sets until the final.
Ruse, known for her aggressive play and never-say-die attitude, made it a competitive final, pushing Mertens to a second-set tiebreak. But the Belgian’s cool under pressure and smart shot selection helped her seal the championship — her eighth career WTA title and first of the season.
With the grass season heating up, Diallo’s historic victory signals a fresh chapter for Canadian tennis, and Mertens continues to prove why she’s one of the most consistent players on tour. Both champions now head toward Wimbledon with confidence — and the tennis world is watching.
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