Coco Gauff queen of Roland Garros 2025: historic triumph against Aryna Sabalenka in women's final

Paris, June 7, 2025 - A final to be remembered for years to come. On the red clay of Court Philippe-Chatrier, the young American Coco Gauff wrote a page of history by conquering his first title at Roland Garros, overcoming the world number one in a comeback. Aryna Sabalenka with the score of 6-7(5), 6-2, 6-4.

A success that marks a new era for U.S. tennis

Only 21 years old, Gauff has become the Youngest American to win Roland Garros since Serena Williams in 2002. This is his second career Slam, after the US Open title in 2023, confirming her as one of the leaders of the new generation of women's tennis.

Gauff showed character, maturity and mental toughness, overturning a difficult first set, lost in the tie-break, and dominating the following sets with impeccable tactical management.

The match: a duel of nerves and talent between the top rankings

The anticipation for this final was very high: the top two players in the WTA ranking were facing each other for the first time in a final in Paris. Sabalenka started strong, harnessing the power of her serve and an aggressive game, but gradually lost focus under the pressure of Gauff's resilience.

The American, with a more defensive but extremely solid style, was able to contain the Belarusian's explosive blows and took advantage of As many as 70 unforced errors committed by Sabalenka, who later stated: "It was the worst final of my career."

Sabalenka, a champion in trouble

For Aryna Sabalenka, this is the second Slam final lost in 2025, following that of the Australian Open. Despite a top-notch season, finals are proving to be a difficult psychological hurdle to overcome. Amid tears and frustration, she apologized to her team and the public, promising to come back stronger.

Gauff and consecration: 'This is just the beginning'

At the press conference, an emotional Coco Gauff thanked her family, coach Brad Gilbert and her entire team:

"Winning here in Paris was a dream. I grew up watching Serena and Venus, now I try to inspire the next generation, as they did with me."

Her victory also represents a rebirth for American women's tennis, looking forward to new rivalries and successes.

Relive the match

Highlights of the final are available on the official Roland-Garros channel and WTA's streaming platform. A match that offered intensity, technical quality and great sports heart.