Coco Gauff Makes History with First French Open Title

  Coco Gauff – 2025 French Open Champion (Roland-
Garros)

The Grand Finale

• Coco Gauff (21 years old) defeated World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka in a thrilling three-set final.

• Final Score: 6–7(5), 6–2, 6–4

• The match lasted 2 hours and 38 minutes, with Sabalenka taking the first set in a tiebreak before Coco made a powerful comeback.

  Milestones & Achievements

• Gauff became the first American woman since Serena Williams in 2015 to win the French Open.

• This was her second Grand Slam title (after winning the 2023 US Open).

• It was her first French Open title—she had previously reached the final in 2022 but lost.

Key Match Stats

• Coco made just 24 unforced errors compared to Sabalenka’s 51 — showing her excellent control and composure.

• She won 58% of points on Sabalenka’s second serve.

• This final was the first Roland-Garros women’s final between top two seeds since 2013.

  Mental Strength & Comeback

• Coco showcased immense mental toughness, bouncing back after losing the first set.

• Her past experience from losing the 2022 French Open final helped her stay focused and determined.

• Analysts described the match as a “defensive masterclass” by Coco.

Her Emotional Tribute

• After the match, Coco dedicated her win to the Black community in America, calling her victory “a bit of hope and light“.

• She emphasized the importance of using her platform to inspire change and representation.

  Career Snapshot (as of June 2025)