SANTA PONCA/STARNBERG, June 28, 2025

Tallon Griekspoor capped off a flawless week on the grass courts of the Mallorca Championships presented by ecotrans Group by claiming the title on Saturday after defeating France’s Corentin Moutet in the singles final, 7-5, 7-6(3). The fourth seed did not drop a set throughout the tournament, reinforcing his affinity with grass courts following his 2023 triumph in ’s-Hertogenbosch.

The final lived up to the billing. A clash of contrasting styles — Griekspoor’s power and aggressiveness versus Moutet’s flair and variety — delivered a spectacular match filled with intense rallies, constant changes of pace, and tactical battles on every point. While the Dutchman looked for winners at every opportunity, the French lefty stayed true to his identity: slices, drop shots, net approaches, and continuous shifts in height and tempo.

The opening set was a showcase of serving dominance. Moutet had a break point in the fifth game, but Griekspoor responded just as he had all week — by raising his level in the clutch. “I’ve been very solid on break points throughout the tournament. Today again I had to save some tricky moments, but I stayed focused,” said the champion, who conceded just one break all week — in his opening match against Ethan Quinn. At 6-5, the No. 4 seed pounced on his first break opportunity of the match to close the set 7-5.

The second set followed a similar script, with both players holding serve steadily and few chances for either side. With no breaks, the match headed to a tiebreak, where Griekspoor proved once again unyielding. “I’m really happy to win in straight sets again. Corentin made it really tough today, he has such an awkward game and forces you to think on every point. Winning here means a lot to me,” he added.

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The Dutchman, who has trained on several occasions throughout the year at the Mallorca Country Club, described this title as a special milestone. “I know this club well, I’ve come here many times to train, although I’d never played a tournament here on grass. It’s beautiful to win a title like this, especially after coming back from injury. This one is special — my third career title — and it comes at an important moment,” he reflected. Just four days shy of his birthday, the trophy also serves as a perfect early gift: “Yes, it’s the perfect birthday present. I hope I’m still playing in London on my birthday. Now it’s time to recover quickly and prepare for the next challenge.”

For Corentin Moutet, the loss did little to tarnish a remarkable week. The Frenchman reached his second ATP Tour final, his first since Doha 2020, after navigating a demanding draw filled with grueling matches, and he remained competitive until the final point. “I came straight from Queen’s and didn’t have much recovery time, so it was tough to manage that and still perform here. But I’m very happy with my level, I think I’ve played well and improved with each match,” he said.

Although the title slipped away, Moutet expressed pride in his effort and gratitude for the support he received: “The only regret I have is the result, because I gave everything I had until the very last point. He was better today, and I have to accept that. I’m proud to reach this final with the help of my team. It’s a good sign for what’s coming.” He also shared a message for the fans: “All I can say is thank you. Here or anywhere else, I always feel a lot of support, and that means a lot to me. I’ll keep fighting to achieve my dream, and every sign of affection gives me more motivation to keep going.”

With this triumph, Griekspoor collects his third ATP trophy and becomes the fourth Dutchman in the Open Era to win multiple titles on grass. Once again, Mallorca proved to be a stage for high-quality tennis, further cementing its status as a key stop on the tour ahead of Wimbledon.

Gonzalez/Krajicek triumph in doubles

In a doubles final filled with drama and momentum shifts, Santiago Gonzalez and Austin Krajicek claimed the title after defeating fourth seeds Yuki Bhambri and Robert Galloway 6-1, 1-6, 15-13, extending their impeccable grass-court run and confirming their strong form ahead of Wimbledon.

The match opened with clear dominance from Gonzalez and Krajicek, who were more accurate on serve and rock-solid at the net. They capitalized on their opponents’ early inconsistency to seal the first set with a commanding 6-1 scoreline.

But the Indian-US-American duo quickly turned the tide. Bhambri and Galloway raised their intensity from the baseline, put pressure on return, and took the second set by the same 6-1 margin. “We started very well, but then made some unforced errors and they managed to raise their level and turn the set around,” Gonzalez commented after the match.

The title came down to a breathtaking Super Tie-Break, full of shifts in momentum, spectacular points, and maximum tension with every rally. Both teams had multiple chances to seal the title, but it was González and Krajicek who ultimately closed out the match with a nail-biting 15-13.

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“Both teams had their chances in the Super Tie-Break, but we managed to fight until the very end,” said an emotional Gonzalez. “In the end, the confidence we’ve built over the past few weeks really helped. And you always need a little bit of luck in the key moments to win a title,” he added.

At 42 years old, Gonzalez became the oldest grass-court doubles champion on the ATP Tour since Daniel Nestor in 2016. The Mallorca crown holds special meaning for the veteran Mexican: “We’re really happy to win here in Mallorca. Having the crowd supporting us and coming out to watch is something we truly appreciate. Now we hope everyone enjoys the singles final, and we’ll see you next year.”

For Krajicek, the victory also marked a return to the winner’s circle after several months without a title. “It had been a while since we won anything before Stuttgart, so it feels really good to lift another trophy,” said the US-American, who now owns four grass-court titles in his career. “We’re in full preparation for Wimbledon, and this win gives us confidence. Hopefully we can carry this momentum into London,” he noted. “But for now, we’ll enjoy the moment.”

With this win, Gonzalez and Krajicek claim their second consecutive ATP title on grass after their triumph in Stuttgart two weeks ago. They extend their winning streak on the surface to eleven matches and further establish themselves as one of the most dangerous teams on tour during this critical stretch of the season.