Coco Gauff Wins French Open, First American Woman Since 2015

Coco Gauff secured her first French Open singles title with a comeback victory over Aryna Sabalenka, winning 6-7, 6-2, 6-4 in a match marked by challenging weather and high stakes. Gauff became the first American woman to win Roland Garros since Serena Williams in 2015, showcasing patience and superior execution, with only 30 unforced errors compared to Sabalenka's 70, as she demonstrated control in key moments. Sabalenka, the world number one and defending champion, admitted her final performance was her worst in months and expressed regret to her team, acknowledging Gauff's superiority in difficult conditions. In her post-match comments, Sabalenka controversially suggested that had Iga Swiatek defeated her in the semifinals, Swiatek might have won the final against Gauff, a remark that sparked mixed reactions among fans. This defeat marked Sabalenka's second consecutive Grand Slam final loss and saw Gauff take a 6-5 lead in their head-to-head record, affirming her rising status on the WTA Tour. Despite Sabalenka's strong season record of 40-7 and multiple titles, this loss underscored the fluctuating dynamics at the top of women's tennis.