Elise Mertens Wins 10th Career Title at Libema Open

Belgian third seed Elise Mertens won her tenth WTA singles title and first on grass by defeating Elena-Gabriela Ruse 6-3, 7-6(4) in the Libema Open final in Den Bosch, marking her second WTA Tour title of 2025. Mertens overcame a challenging start and saved multiple break points, showcasing her resilience and experience, especially after an intense semifinal where she saved 11 match points against two-time winner Ekaterina Alexandrova. Ruse, despite committing seven double faults and taking a medical timeout for a thigh injury, pushed Mertens to a tiebreak in the second set but ultimately fell short. This victory extended Mertens' head-to-head record against Ruse to 4-0 and boosted her confidence ahead of Wimbledon. Known also for her doubles success, including 21 titles and four Grand Slams, Mertens is currently ranked 25th in singles and 20th in doubles. Her performance at the Libema Open highlights her strong 2025 season, with 25 wins and a rising presence on grass courts.