Alison Riske successfully defended her Surbiton Trophy title, prevailing in a tough encounter against 2017 champion Magdalena Rybarikova 6-7(5) 6-2 6-2.  

​“It feels awesome. I’m most excited about the match I just played as I overcame a lot of things mentally just to be able to stay out there competitively with Magda,” said Riske. “She’s a great competitor but I kept playing the same level, I think I was very consistent with that, and in the end that’s what pushed me over the edge.”

“It’s been a long time for me without a trophy so I’m really happy”, said the 31-year old Chardy. “I’ve played really well every match this week, so it’s a great start to the grass court season.”

After the trophy ceremony, the American, who won a set against French Open champion Simona Halep in the first round at Roland Garros, was thrilled with the tennis she was playing on her favorite surface.