Coco Gauff beats Aryna Sabalenka at Roland Garros, clinches her second major title — French Open

Coco Gauff (AP Photo)

NEW DELHI: In a historic French Open final, Coco Gauff secured her maiden title on clay by defeating world number one Aryna Sabalenka with scores of 6-7 (5), 6-2, 6-4 on Saturday. Gauff’s steady baseline play earned her a break opportunity, which she secured when Sabalenka committed a double fault, establishing a 2-1 advantage. Despite Sabalenka’s visible frustration directed at her team, she regained focus to level the score at 3-3.

The world number two Gauff demonstrated resilience in a match filled with intense exchanges and shifting advantages to secure her second major championship, following her triumph at the 2023 US Open, where she similarly overcame Sabalenka after losing the first set. This match marked a significant occasion, being only the second top-ranked players’ final in Paris in three decades, with the previous one occurring in 2013 between Serena Williams and Maria Sharapova. Following Sabalenka’s errant backhand on the second match point, the 21-year-old American collapsed backwards, hands covering her face before resting on the clay court.

Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! The final set began with Sabalenka displaying strength, maintaining her aggressive strategy to secure her service game.

Gauff Secures Redemption with Victory at Roland-Garros

Coco Gauff celebrated a significant victory at Roland-Garros, defeating Aryna Sabalenka in the final. This win marks a redemption for Gauff, who faced defeat in the same tournament three years prior. After the match, she acknowledged Sabalenka at the net and embraced film director Spike Lee, who was among the spectators cheering her on.

Gauff’s performance was highlighted by a standout point in the third game, which drew enthusiastic support from the audience. A notable exchange of drop shots showcased her skill, culminating in a well-executed lob. Sabalenka attempted a between-the-legs shot in response, but Gauff intercepted the ball at the net, securing a winning point. This match not only underscores Gauff’s growth as a player but also her ability to thrive under pressure.