Coco Gauff has made headlines after her stunning victory at the French Open, where she defeated Aryna Sabalenka to claim the women's singles title. This win marks Gauff's second Grand Slam title, following her triumph at the 2023 U.S. Open. The match took place on June 7, 2025, at Roland-Garros Stadium in Paris, where Gauff showcased her resilience and skill.

In a post-match interview with "Good Morning America," Gauff reflected on the intense competition. She faced a challenging start, losing the first set in a tiebreak, 6-7 (5). However, she rallied back to win the next two sets, finishing the match with scores of 6-2 and 6-4. Gauff noted the difficult windy conditions during the match, stating, "When I stepped on the court, I was aware of the wind. We both practiced with the roof closed, so I honestly wanted the roof to be closed before the match."

Gauff's victory was not without controversy. After the match, Sabalenka expressed her frustration, saying, "I think she won the match not because she played incredible; just because I made all of those mistakes ... kind of like from easy balls." This comment drew criticism from fans and analysts who felt it undermined Gauff's performance. In response, Sabalenka later clarified her remarks on Instagram, acknowledging Gauff's skill by stating she "handled the conditions much better" and "played with poise and purpose."

Gauff addressed Sabalenka's initial comments, saying, "I was a little bit surprised about the comments and everything but I'm gonna give her the benefit of the doubt. I'm sure it was an emotional day, emotional match." Gauff praised Sabalenka as a "fighter" and a "tough opponent," emphasizing her own determination during the match.

This victory is particularly significant for Gauff, as she becomes the first American woman to win the French Open since Serena Williams in 2015. Gauff expressed her excitement on Instagram, sharing that winning this tournament was a dream she had manifested. "I never dreamt about winning a tournament before in my life and I still haven't, and that was the only time I had a dream about winning one," she said.

Looking ahead, Gauff is eager to prepare for Wimbledon, which begins on June 30. She shared her approach to balancing celebration and preparation, stating, "I think the main piece of advice everyone's told me is to take it in and soak it in, and then when it's time to get back to work, get back to work. But I'm always looking ahead, so I am ready to get back and start training for Wimbledon."

As Gauff continues to rise in the tennis world, her recent victory at the French Open solidifies her status as a formidable competitor on the court.