Taylor Fritz claimed his fourth Eastbourne championship after defeating fellow American Jenson Brooksby 7-5, 6-1 in a one hour and 26-minute final. This victory marked an unprecedented milestone in Fritz’s career, and his girlfriend Morgan Riddle, along with fellow American tennis stars Jessica Pegula and Coco Gauff, offered warm congratulations following his win. Fritz’s consistent success at the Eastbourne Open as the top seed underscored his determination and skill on grass courts.
Coming into Eastbourne after recently winning in Stuttgart and experiencing an early defeat at Queen’s, Fritz faced a challenging route to the final. He battled through three demanding three-set matches against Joao Fonseca, Marcos Giron, and Alejandro Davidovich Fokina, proving his resilience and stamina. Despite those hurdles, Fritz managed to defend his title successfully, demonstrating why he is ranked as the American No. 1.
Jessica Pegula and Coco Gauff Celebrate When Fritz Captured the Trophy
Following his triumph, Fritz posted a photo on Instagram showing himself with the Eastbourne trophy, humorously noting that half of his career titles have come on grass surfaces. His girlfriend, Morgan Riddle, shared a heartfelt Instagram story capturing Fritz’s joyful interaction with fans after the win, accompanied by white heart and trophy emojis.
Jessica Pegula, who also celebrated her own recent tournament victory at Bad Homburg behind a win over Iga Swiatek, acknowledged Fritz’s achievement by calling him the “King of Eastbourne” in her Instagram story. Coco Gauff kept her message simple yet supportive by commenting “congrats” on Fritz’s post, reflecting the camaraderie among American players.
Taylor Fritz Reflects on Eastbourne’s Unique Importance
During his winner‘s speech, Fritz expressed the special connection he feels to the Eastbourne Open and highlighted the positive environment the tournament provides every year. He emphasized how meaningful the event is to him and expressed gratitude for the unwavering support from fans and his close circle.
“Yeah, I don’t know what to say exactly. Obviously, there’s something special about Eastbourne that I just love it here. Every week, every year, I come here, it’s just such a good week, everything feels good.” —Taylor Fritz
Fritz also thanked his team members and family, acknowledging their crucial role in his success during this tournament week. His gratitude extended to his team coaches Mike, Paul, Wolf, and his girlfriend Morgan, alongside his mother and aunt who were present to support him in person.
“Thanks to my team. Mike, Paul, Wolf, Morgan, my mom came, my aunt is here too, so my whole family is here. Thanks for being here, thanks for doing everything you do this week to make sure I can perform well.” —Taylor Fritz
What Lies Ahead for Fritz After Eastbourne Victory
Despite this major accomplishment, Taylor Fritz faces a quick turnaround as he prepares to compete at Wimbledon 2025. His first-round opponent at SW19 will be Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard, presenting another fresh challenge as Fritz seeks to maintain his momentum on the grass courts. This recent Eastbourne title not only boosts his confidence but also solidifies his reputation as a dominant force on grass, setting up high expectations for his upcoming matches.