Coco Gauff triumphs at the French Open - Sabalenka is dissatisfied!

Coco Gauff triumphs at the French Open - Sabalenka is dissatisfied!

In the final of the French Open 2025, the 21-year-old Coco Gauff prevailed in an exciting match against the world ranking aryna Sabalenka. Gauff won 6-7 (5), 6-2, 6-4 and secured her second Grand Slam title after winning the US Open in 2023. This also marks its first title to the French Open, which for Gauff, with emotions and memories of their final defeat three years ago when she had to compete against Iga Swiadek.

The match took place under challenging conditions because the wind and threatening rain have a significantly impaired impaired. Sabalenka initially led in the first set with 4-1, but Gauff fought back and forced Sabalenka into a tie-break that the Belarussin ultimately won. In the second set, Gauff was able to appear dominant and benefited from Sabalenka's numerous mistakes, including 70 casual mistakes that are considered crucial for the final. In the last sentence, Gauff succeeded in the decisive blow after giving a championship point, and Sabalenka hit the decisive ball.

emotional reactions and controversy

After the game, the emotions on both sides were noticeable. Gauff remembered her final defeat of 2022, while Sabalenka regretted her loss in the press conference and stated the bad conditions as an excuse. She also expressed that Gauff played better under these circumstances. This statement was interpreted by many as a negative remark to the winner and caused outrage in social networks. Gauff reacted calmly and pointed out that she was as a winner and it was not fair to emphasize these circumstances.

Sabalenka, who was facing her first final in Roland Garros, had conquered impressive opponents in the run-up to the tournament, including Olympic champion Qinwen Zheng and four-time French Open winner IGA Swiatek. In her course of the game, she emphasized that Swiatek had won the final if she had previously won against her. However, this led to further criticism of their attitude, especially in the context of their defeat against Gauff.

Coco Gauffs Remarkable career

Coco Gauff, who entered the tennis circus professionally in 2018, now has an impressive career. In addition to her second Grand Slam title, she won a total of 10 WTA Tour individual titles. Her record in Grand-Slam finals amounts to two titles and a defeat, while she contested a total of 19 finals, with a winning rate of 0.68. Gauff is the first American woman celebrated since Serena Williams, who wins the French Open, a remarkable success in her still young career.

With the attention that her success brings with it, Gauff could have the potential to win further titles, especially in hard places, where it has cut off a lot in the past. Her focus is now on continuously improving your performance and challenging the best players in the world.

Gauff's journey in professional sports will continue to be pursued, while fans hope that it can maintain this form and possibly win further championships in the future.