Coco Gauff Conquers French Open, Defeats Sabalenka in Epic Roland Garros Final

In a thrilling display of grit and talent, American tennis sensation Coco Gauff clinched her first-ever French Open singles title on Saturday, toppling world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in a nail-biting final at Roland Garros. The 21-year-old phenom battled through a rollercoaster match, ultimately triumphing 6-7 (5), 6-2, 6-4, and etching her name into history as the first American to win the title since Serena Williams in 2015.

Gauff’s victory was a testament to her resilience. After dropping the first set in a tense tiebreaker, she roared back, dominating the second set with a commanding 6-2 scoreline. In the decisive third set, she held her nerve, sealing the win on her second match point as Sabalenka’s backhand sailed wide. The crowd at Roland Garros played its part, showering Gauff with support that she graciously acknowledged. "You guys cheered so hard, I don’t know what I did to deserve this love," she said, her emotion palpable.

This triumph marks Gauff’s second Grand Slam singles title, following her U.S. Open victory over Sabalenka in 2023 at just 19 years old. Adding to her Roland Garros legacy, she also secured the women’s doubles title earlier in 2024. Watching Gauff’s meteoric rise, it’s clear she’s not just playing tennis—she’s redefining it for a new generation.