Coco Gauff’s French Open Triumph: Obama, Tennis Legends Celebrate Historic Win

Coco Gauff, America’s tennis phenom, etched her name in history by clinching the French Open title at Roland-Garros, defeating world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in a gripping three-set battle. This victory marks the first time in a decade an American has claimed the prestigious clay-court crown.

Gauff’s journey to her second Grand Slam was a testament to resilience. After dropping the first set in a tiebreak, she roared back, fueled by a raucous crowd, to dominate the clay and collapse in joyous celebration. Her performance was a masterclass in grit, flipping the script on Sabalenka’s formidable game.

The win sparked a wave of admiration across social media. Michelle Obama praised Gauff’s "determination, strength, and grace," while Barack Obama hailed her as an inspiration, noting her historic achievement as the first American singles champion at Roland-Garros since 2015. The stands buzzed with star power, with Spike Lee, Dustin Hoffman, and Ernie Johnson cheering her on.

Tennis legends joined the chorus. Billie Jean King called Gauff’s performance "outstanding," while Martina Navratilova lauded her "great comeback and fight." Even men’s finalist Carlos Alcaraz tipped his hat to her brilliance. South Florida, Gauff’s home turf, erupted with pride as the Miami Dolphins and Miami Heat celebrated their Delray Beach star.

At just 21, Gauff, now the world’s No. 1 women’s singles player, adds this French Open triumph to her 2023 U.S. Open title. Her ascent signals a new era for American tennis, with the clay of Roland-Garros as her latest conquest.