Between 2024 and mid-2025, Madison Keys experienced a remarkable resurgence in her tennis career, marked by significant achievements and notable challenges. Before the French Open 2025 Women's Tennis champion is crowned today, we thought it wise to congratulate the first Grand slam winner for 2025. Below is a brief outline of Madison's journey to lifting the Australian Open 2025 Women's Tennis final, which indeed is her first grand slam for a tennis career that spans over 15 years.
2024 Highlights
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Internationaux de Strasbourg: In May 2024, Keys clinched her eighth WTA Tour title without dropping a set, defeating Danielle Collins 6–1, 6–2 in the final.
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Eastbourne International: As the defending champion, she reached the semi-finals before falling to Laylah Fernandez.
2025 Breakthrough
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Adelaide International: Keys began 2025 by winning the tournament, defeating top seed Jessica Pegula in the final.
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Australian Open: Seeded 19th, she secured her first Grand Slam title by defeating world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in the final. Notably, Keys saved a match point in the semi-finals against Iga Świątek and became the first woman in 20 years to beat the top two seeds enroute to a major title.
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Indian Wells: Her impressive form continued with a semi-final appearance, marking her best result at the tournament.
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French Open: Keys reached the quarterfinals, where she was defeated by Coco Gauff in a three-set match.
Summary
Madison Keys' performance between 2024 and 2025 showcases her resilience and determination, culminating in a Grand Slam victory and a return to the top echelons of women's tennis.
By: Dr Kevwe Daniel Ogidigben
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