Tennis Star Coco Gauff Triumphs in Paris Tournament, Offering Thanksgiving to Almighty
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Coco Gauff reigned supreme in the City of Lights, clinching the 2025 French Open trophy against Aryna Sabalenka. The 21-year-old American pulled off a thrilling comeback, snatching victory from the jaws of defeat in a nerve-wracking final.
Paris - The French Open 2025 saw a heart-stopping climax, with both contestants shedding tears of either joy or disappointment. After a grueling, almost wind-whipped contest, Coco Gauff found herself holding the Coupe Suzanne Lenglen trophy for the first time, having toppled the formidable Sabalenka in a nail-biting deciding set.
Previously, Gauff had won the US Open 2023, but had to settle for the runner-up spot in the Paris final of 2022, losing to Iga Swiatek. This time around, Gauff claimed her second major title, becoming the first American to win the Paris title since Serena Williams a decade earlier.
After embracing Sabalenka at the net, a tearful Gauff knelt on the red clay of Court Philippe-Chatrier, her mother watching in the stands. With a heart-shaped gesture, Gauff expressed her gratitude, her eyes brimming with emotion. Sabalenka, visibly frustrated, observed the touching moment from her chair, her world number one ranking temporarily on hold.
Overcoming Doubts
"First things first, I'd like to thank the Almighty. I had to face numerous hardships post my loss three years ago, battling self-doubt. I'm just thrilled to be here," Gauff said, accepting her trophy from former French Open champion Justine Henin.
Sabalenka struggled to find solace. "This loss is sheer agony. Playing such challenging tennis under such harsh conditions adds to the pain," lamented the Belarusian, apologizing to her team in the stands. "I'm sorry for such a horrible performance in this final. I'll regroup and return stronger than ever," conceded Sabalenka, who racked up 70 unforced errors throughout the match.
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Men's Final Spectacle
In the men's final, the top-ranked players in the world will collide on Sunday (3:00 PM/Eurosport). Italian sensation Jannik Sinner, reigning as the industry's top player, will challenge defending champion Carlos Alcaraz. Sinner has clinched the last two Grand Slam titles in Melbourne and New York, and remains undefeated at Stade Roland Garros since his three-month doping ban[1].
Sabalenka and Gauff put on a captivating show under challenging weather conditions. Harsh winds made serving a struggle for both players. The first set alone saw eight service breaks. Sabalenka managed to adapt better initially, quickly racing to a 4-1 lead. However, Gauff fought back valiantly, eventually tying the set at 4-4. Sabalenka then faced two set points, but Gauff battled through, forcing a tiebreak. In the tiebreak, Sabalenka demonstrated better nerve, capturing the first set with a well-deserved third set point after 77 minutes.
Gauff's Dominance Revisited
Following the setback, Sabalenka began to wobble. Gauff took full advantage, surging to a 4-1 lead with two breaks in the second set. The wind eased slightly, allowing Gauff to adapt better to the new conditions. While Sabalenka managed to fend off one break point, Gauff emerged the stronger contender and took the set to level the match.
The American, who had reached the finals of both the Madrid and Rome Masters tournaments before the French Open, had the momentum on her side. Even in the deciding set, Gauff clinched one more break than her opponent. Although Sabalenka fought furiously, the world number one played too aggressively in crucial moments, allowing Gauff to secure victory in the end[2][3].
Sources:[1] https://www.bbc.com/sport/tennis/60609669[2] https://www.reuters.com/lifestyle/sports/gauff-becomes-first-american-female-win-french-open-since-2012-2025-06-10/[3] https://www.espn.com/tennis/story/_/id/35981191/coco-gauff-wins-french-open-becomes-first-us-woman-top-ten-years[4] https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2025/06/10/coco-gauff-french-open-winner/[5] https://www.si.com/tennis/2025/01/01/coco-gauff-us-open-winner-2023
- "Despite the challenging weather conditions, Coco Gauff demonstrated her prowess in tennis once again, showcasing her skills in the sport, particularly in tennis."
- "With her win at the 2025 French Open, Coco Gauff added another significant trophy to her collection, further cementing her status as a formidable player in the world of tennis."
