WTA Finals 2025 Doubles Winners with Prize Money, Standings, and Results
Veronika Kudermetova and Elise Mertens, the fourth seeds, have emerged as the doubles champions of the 2025 WTA Finals, overcoming the seventh-seeded pair of Tímea Babos and Luisa Stefani in a hard-fought final with a score of 7–6(7–4), 6–1. This victory marks the second title for the duo as a pair, and their first since 2022. Their path to the championship was not without significant adversity, as they notably had to save a match point during their intense semifinal clash against Kateřina Siniaková and Taylor Townsend.
The final match showcased a tight opening set, which Kudermetova and Mertens clinched in a tiebreak, 7–6(7–4). Following the first set, the momentum shifted decisively in favor of the eventual champions, as they dominated the second set, securing the title with a commanding 6-1 finish.
Road to the Final: A Tale of Two Groups
The tournament featured eight doubles teams split into two round-robin groups: the Martina Navratilova Group and the Liezel Huber Group. The top two teams from each group advanced to the elimination stage (semifinals).
Martina Navratilova Group Standings
| Team (Seed) | RR W-L | Set W-L (%) | Game W-L (%) | Standing |
| Hsieh Su-wei / Jelena Ostapenko (6) | 3-0 | 6-1 (86%) | 33-22 (60%) | 1 |
| Veronika Kudermetova / Elise Mertens (4) | 2-1 | 5-3 (63%) | 36-26 (58%) | 2 |
| Sara Errani / Jasmine Paolini (1) | 1-2 | 2-4 (33%) | 25-30 (45%) | 3 |
| Asia Muhammad / Demi Schuurs (8) | 0-3 | 1-6 (14%) | 21-37 (36%) | 4 |
The eventual champions, Kudermetova and Mertens, navigated a competitive Martina Navratilova Group, finishing second. They secured their spot in the knockout stage behind the undefeated Hsieh Su-wei and Jelena Ostapenko. The top-seeded duo of Sara Errani and Jasmine Paolini were eliminated in the round-robin stage after losing their second match. This elimination allowed Kateřina Siniaková to attain the individual year-end WTA No. 1 doubles ranking for a record-equaling fifth time. Jasmine Paolini was the only player in the tournament to qualify for both the singles and doubles competitions, mirroring her achievement from the previous year.
Liezel Huber Group Standings
| Team (Seed) | RR W-L | Set W-L (%) | Game W-L (%) | Standings |
| Kateřina Siniaková / Taylor Townsend (2) | 3-0 | 6-1 (86%) | 35-24 (59%) | 1 |
| Tímea Babos / Luisa Stefani (7) | 2-1 | 5-4 (56%) | 28-32 (47%) | 2 |
| Gabriela Dabrowski / Erin Routliffe (3) | 1-2 | 3-4 (43%) | 34-32 (52%) | 3 |
| Mirra Andreeva / Diana Shnaider (5) | 0-3 | 1-6 (14%) | 26-35 (43%) | 4 |
The Liezel Huber Group was topped by the undefeated second seeds, Kateřina Siniaková and Taylor Townsend. Finalists Tímea Babos and Luisa Stefani finished second with a 2-1 record. Defending champions Gabriela Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe were eliminated at the round-robin stage after finishing third in their group. The Liezel Huber group also featured two of the doubles competition debutants: Mirra Andreeva and Diana Shnaider. Luisa Stefani and Asia Muhammad also made their doubles competition debuts at the event.
Elimination Stage Results
Semifinals
The semifinals delivered high drama, particularly in the match featuring the eventual champions.
- Tímea Babos / Luisa Stefani defeated Hsieh Su-wei / Jelena Ostapenko in straight sets: 6–4, 7–6(7–5).
- Veronika Kudermetova / Elise Mertens narrowly overcame Kateřina Siniaková / Taylor Townsend: 4–6, 7–6(8–6), [10–6]. It was in this thrilling three-set encounter that Kudermetova and Mertens showcased their resilience by saving a match point en route to the final.
Final
The climax of the tournament saw Veronika Kudermetova and Elise Mertens claim the title over Tímea Babos and Luisa Stefani.
- Veronika Kudermetova / Elise Mertens defeated Tímea Babos / Luisa Stefani: 7–6(7–4), 6–1.
This victory solidifies the partnership of Kudermetova and Mertens as one of the elite pairs on the WTA Tour, marking a successful end to their 2025 season by hoisting the Martina Navratilova Trophy.
2025 WTA Finals Doubles Prize Money Structure
The prize money is cumulative, based on a participation fee plus earnings for each match won. Since both teams played all three round-robin matches, they are eligible for the full participation fee.
| Component | Prize Money (Per Team) |
| Participation Fee (3 matches) | $142,000 |
| Round-robin Match Win | $72,000 |
| Semifinal Match Win | $257,000 |
| Final Win (Champion’s Bonus) | $524,000 |
1. Winners: Veronika Kudermetova / Elise Mertens
Kudermetova and Mertens, the 4th seeds, finished with a final match record of 2 round-robin wins, 1 semifinal win, and 1 final win.
| Prize Component | Amount | Calculation |
| Participation Fee | $142,000 | (For playing 3 RR matches) |
| Round-robin Match Wins | $144,000 | 2 wins x $72,000 per win |
| Semifinal Win | $257,000 | (1 win) |
| Final Win | $524,000 | (1 win) |
| Total Prize Money | $1,067,000 | (Split between the pair) |
The total prize money for Kudermetova and Mertens is $1,067,000 USD.
2. Runners-up: Tímea Babos / Luisa Stefani
Babos and Stefani, the 7th seeds, finished with a final match record of 2 round-robin wins, 1 semifinal win, and 1 final loss. Their total prize money includes all accumulated winnings up to, and including, the semifinal win.
| Prize Component | Amount | Calculation |
| Participation Fee | $142,000 | (For playing 3 RR matches) |
| Round-robin Match Wins | $144,000 | 2 wins x $72,000 per win |
| Semifinal Win | $257,000 | (1 win) |
| Final Loss | 0$ | (No Final Win bonus) |
| Total Prize Money | $543,000 | (Split between the pair) |
The total prize money for Babos and Stefani is $543,000 USD.
