Clara Tauson created one of the standout moments of 2025 Montreal Open, the stunning sixth seed of Madison Keys 6-1, 6-4 to secure its place in the semifinals. But the victory was overshadowed by personal sorrow. The 22 -year -old Dane, who fought tears after the match, revealed that after graduating from her grandfather played through a heart break.
Devasting news came on the heels of her fourth triumph over the ruling Wimbledon’s champion Iga Swiatka-Kamžik, who should mean the peak of her career. Instead, Tauson decided to direct his grief to the focus and determination. Her grandfather was helpful in her rise, from training in the early years to her oldest supporter.
During Tuesday’s interview after the match, Tauson grew emotional when the crowd offered honest applause and acknowledged her performance and her strength.
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“Yeah, still in shock. Unfortunately, my grandfather died two days ago. So I really wanted to win for him today,” Tauson said.
“No, I definitely didn’t do it. Yeah, I was told the day after I beat IGU yesterday. And yeah, I really wanted to come here and show my best tennis for him. Hopefully he looks,” Tauson added.
Clara Tauson in tears speaks of his grandfather who died 2 days ago after defeating the keys to reach Montreal SF
“Unfortunately, my grandfather died 2 days ago. So I really wanted to win for him today.”
“Hopefully he’s looking.”
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Clara Tauson shines in Montreal
Tauson’s dream in Montreal continues, while the Danish star dropped the orchard in the tournament. She introduced maturity and calm after years, now she recorded the victory in her back over the top 10 players-first in her career-and she won a place in her second semifinals of the WTA 1000 season.
Her fourth round of victory came against World No. 3 Iga Swiatlek, where she avenge her loss of Wimbledon bold 7-6 (1), 6-3 victories. In the quarterfinals, Tauson released a commanding performance against Madison Keys. She burned five aces, saved every point of the break she faced, and turned half of her own opportunities – she won nearly 60 percent of total points.
Tauson, with two top -of -the -line scalp, is facing another main challenge: the semifinal clearing with the former world 1 and four -time Grand Slam Naomi Osaka champion in what promises to be an exciting meeting.
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Published:
Sabyasachi Chowdhury
Published on:
August 6, 2025
