The title run carries extra weight for Dabrowski, 34, who returned for the 2024 grass season just weeks after two breast-cancer surgeries and later won Olympic bronze with Félix Auger-Aliassime.
Tamoxifen treatment still leaves the Canadian managing hot flashes, fatigue, joint pain and blood-clot precautions on long flights even as she keeps competing at the top level.
Recent results show that level has held: Dabrowski and Stefani won Strasbourg last month and reached the French Open semifinals before this Eastbourne title.
Dabrowski went public with her diagnosis in December and has since tied her comeback to advocacy, pledging $20 per game won this year to a foundation combating violence against women.
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From Cancer Survivor to Champion: Dabrowski and Stefani’s 2026 Eastbourne Win and Wimbledon Prospects
Overview
Gabriela Dabrowski and Luisa Stefani captured the women’s doubles title at the 2026 Lexus Eastbourne Open, winning the final in straight sets against Miriam Skoch and Jesika Maleckova. Their strong and dominant play throughout the tournament, including a solid semi-final victory over Fanny Stollar and Asia Muhammad, highlights their excellent form. This success on grass courts positions them favorably for the upcoming Wimbledon Championships, showcasing their readiness and competitive edge as they head into one of the sport’s most prestigious events.