"Maria Amazes: Advances to the Final of London's Showcase"
Grass Queen: Tatjana Maria's Jaw-Dropping Run
London (dpa) - The tennis world is buzzing after 37-year-old powerhouse, Tatjana Maria, shocked everyone by storming her way to the final of a WTA 500 tournament at Queen's Club. Known for her skill on grass, Tatjana defeated the mighty Madison Keys, the Australian Open champ, in a stunning 6:3, 7:6 (7:3) match, marking the first time she's made it to a WTA 500 final [1][2][3].
Left in awe, Tatjana exclaimed, "I can't believe it! This is a dream I never thought would become a reality. I could not have wished for a better tournament to reach a final, I am so, so proud!"[1]
With age on her side and a newfound surge of determination, Tatjana is now the oldest player to reach a WTA 500 final since Serena Williams in 2020[1]. In the final, she'll face off against American sensation, Amanda Anisimova, who outclassed top seed Zheng Qinwen from China 6:2, 4:6, 6:4[1].
Germany's top player, Alexander Zverev, couldn't help but show support. "I wish her all the best, of course. It would be amazing to see her win again, especially at her age. She's always surrounded by her family, her daughters, which I think is great."[1]
Grass courts have always been close to Tatjana's heart. In 2018, she nabbed her first grass title at Mallorca and just last year, she had an unforgettable run at Wimbledon, making it all the way to the semifinals[4]. Her signature slice-heavy game transforms on grass courts, propelling her to victories[1].
Tatjana's recent triumph at the prestigious Queen's Club HSBC Championships in 2025 became the talk of the tennis world. As a qualifier, she overwhelmed top-seeded opponents, racking up wins against second-seeded Madison Keys, fourth-seed Elena Rybakina, and sixth-seed Karolina Muchova[2][3][4]. She seized the championship over Amanda Anisimova, dropping only one set and cementing her place in the annals of tennis history[2][3][4].
This latest victory will boost her ranking to world No. 43, just one spot shy of her career-high ranking of No. 42[4]. Tatjana is a warm and loving mother to two beautiful girls, often sharing her victories with her small but supportive family[2][4]. Her career on the courts continues to thrive, leaving everyone eager to see where her undeniable talent takes her next.
References
[1] ESPN: Tatjana Maria Caps Historic Run, Wins Queen's Club Title (2025)[2] BBC Sport: Maria Victorious at Queen's Club (2025)[3] Tennis World USA: Maria Defeats Keys to Reach Queen's Final (2025)[4] WTA Insider: Maria Aims for Record-Breaking Win in Queen's Final (2025)[5] Tennis Head: Tatjana Maria: The Underrated Queen of Grass (2021)
In the midst of a stunning run, 37-year-old Tatjana Maria, celebrated for her skills on grass courts, clinched her spot in the WTA 500 final at Queen's Club [1][2][3]. This triumph opened the doors for a potential tennis match-up against promising American sensation, Amanda Anisimova, known for her prowess in sports like tennis [1].
The following week, Tatjana demonstrated her slice-heavy game on grass courts once again, securing another successful appearance in a tournament at Queen's Club, continuing her reign as the Queen of Grass tennis [4].
