Coco Gauff has etched her name in the annals of tennis history by clinching her maiden French Open women’s singles title on June 7th. The 21-year-old American tennis sensation delivered a stunning performance, overcoming World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in a thrilling final match on Court Philippe-Chatrier. Gauff secured the victory with a score of 6-7 (5), 6-2, 6-4, showcasing her resilience and skill.
This triumph marks a significant milestone for Gauff, who had previously reached the French Open final in 2022, only to be defeated by Iga Swiatek. This time, Gauff seized her opportunity, demonstrating remarkable composure and determination. The win is Gauff’s second Grand Slam title, following her victory at the 2023 US Open, where she also defeated Sabalenka. This French Open final was a rematch of that US Open, which added another layer of excitement to the contest. Furthermore, the win allowed Gauff to avenge her earlier loss to Sabalenka in the Madrid Open final earlier this year, solidifying her dominance with a 6-5 head-to-head record against Sabalenka. It’s also Gauff’s first clay court title of the season, making the win all the more sweet given her prior losses in the Rome Open and Madrid Open finals. The French Open win represents a crowning achievement for Coco Gauff and underscores her status as a leading figure in women’s tennis.