Mauresmo wins first title in two years, 25th of career in Paris

Amelie Mauresmo was in perfect form in the final at Paris, as she beat No. 4 rank Elena Dementieva in a thrilling three-setter, winning her first title in two years, and her 25th title of her career.

The No. 8 seed Frenchwoman impressed her home crowd, winning to the 3rd seeded Russian 76(7) 26 64.

"I'm just happy it finally showed after a couple of years of struggling," Mauresmo said. "During the last few months in practice I could see there were some great moments, but it was only showing in matches now and then. I didn't know when my consistency at this level was going to happen again, or if it would.

"When you look at the field and all the great players that were here in Paris, I'm very happy and very proud about this week."

"The level of our match was just incredible," Dementieva said. "The whole week, Amélie was playing very solid. She really picked up her game and played her best, especially today. It was a really impressive win for her today. I'm just very glad for her. She has had some difficult times with all of those injuries, and it's really great to see her win here, especially since it's at home."

Sunday, February 15, 2009

Singles - Final

(8) Amelie Mauresmo (FRA) d. (3) Elena Dementieva (RUS) 76(7) 26 64