Redemption in Paris
At just 21, Coco Gauff has captured her second Grand Slam title, defeating World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in a dramatic French Open final. After dropping the first set in a tiebreak, Gauff stormed back to win 6-7 (5), 6-2, 6-4, earning her first Roland Garros crown and becoming the first American woman to win the tournament since Serena Williams in 2015.
Messages from Legends
Her win ignited a wave of support from global icons. Former U.S. President Barack Obama congratulated her on X, praising her as the “first American singles champion at Roland Garros in a decade.” Soon after, LeBron James echoed the sentiment, calling Gauff his “fellow flag bearer,” referencing their joint honor during the 2024 Olympic opening ceremony in Paris. Gauff’s response—“Thank you 🐐 👑!!!”—was as heartfelt as it was iconic.
Rising From Setbacks
This win held deeper meaning for Gauff. After losing the 2022 French Open final to Iga Swiatek, she vowed to return stronger. “If I didn’t get at least one of these, I would feel regrets,” she admitted post-match. Her resilience was on full display—especially after recent final defeats in Madrid and Rome.
A Historic Feat
Gauff’s victory made her the first woman to beat a world No. 1 from a set down in a Slam final since Venus Williams in 2005. It also cements her place in tennis history, adding to her 2023 US Open win and 2022 WTA No. 1 doubles ranking.
From Teen Prodigy to Star Champion
Since her breakout win over Venus Williams at Wimbledon in 2019 at age 15, Gauff has climbed the ranks with maturity and flair. Her 2025 French Open title isn’t just a personal triumph—it’s a message: she’s not the next Serena, she’s carving her own path to greatness.
Next Stop: Wimbledon
With two Slams under her belt and momentum at her back, Gauff heads into the grass season as one of the biggest threats on tour. All eyes are on her as she continues rewriting the future of American tennis.