Coco Gauff Wins French Open 2025, Defeats World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in Thrilling Final

PARIS, — American tennis sensation Coco Gauff captured her second Grand Slam title on Saturday, defeating world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in a fiercely contested French Open final at Roland Garros.

In a thrilling encounter between the top two players in the world, Gauff, ranked No. 2, outlasted Sabalenka 6-7 (6), 6-2, 6-4 to claim her second career Grand Slam title.

The victory marks Gauff’s first French Open title and her second Grand Slam championship, following her 2023 U.S. Open triumph—also against Sabalenka.

The final marked the first Roland Garros clash between the world’s top two players since 2013, when Serena Williams defeated Maria Sharapova. It is only the third such match-up at the French Open in the past three decades, adding to the significance of Gauff’s win.

In the deciding set, the 20-year-old American maintained her composure under pressure, capitalizing on key opportunities and sealing the match 6-4.

Gauff’s performance cements her status as one of the sport’s top stars. The 2025 French Open title is a major milestone in her career, showcasing her growth, resilience, and championship mindset on clay.