India, Aug. 21 -- Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori defeated Casper Ruud and Iga Swiatek to clinch the US Open mixed doubles titles, on Wednesday evening. Errani-Vavassori successfully defended their title, sealing a 6-3, 5-7, 10-6 victory, losing only one set in the tournament.

Errani-Vavassori defeated Danielle Collins-Christian Harrison in the semi-finals, bagging a 4-2, 4-2 win, and one of points from that match showcased how skilled the Italian pair are. With the second set at 2-2, Errani-Vavassori were leading 40-15. Then a rally ensued, with Collins-Harrison trying to outsmart Vavassori. But Vavassori came out on top, with some scintillating shots to get the point.

Speaking after succesfully defending their title, Vavassori said, ...