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From Prodigy to Powerhouse: Coco Gauff Reigns Supreme at Roland Garros

Gauff’s comeback seals her place in tennis history with a defining French Open performance.

Por: Rubén Carrillo
After losing the first set in a tense tiebreak, Gauff stormed back to win 6-7(5), 6-2, 6-4, claiming her first French Open title. / Photo Roland Garros
After losing the first set in a tense tiebreak, Gauff stormed back to win 6-7(5), 6-2, 6-4, claiming her first French Open title. / Photo Roland Garros

On a dramatic Saturday in Paris, Coco Gauff emerged victorious in the Roland Garros women’s final, defeating World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in a gripping three-set encounter. 

 

The match was more than just a showcase of talent; it was a masterclass in mental fortitude.

 

After losing the first set in a tense tiebreak, Gauff stormed back to win 6-7(5), 6-2, 6-4, claiming her first French Open title.

 

Gauff’s Journey to the Crown

Three years after falling short in the Roland Garros women’s final in 2022, Gauff returned stronger and more composed. 

 

Her previous Grand Slam triumph came at the 2023 US Open, where she also defeated Sabalenka in a three-set thriller. 

 

On this occasion, she once again clawed back from a set down to seize the moment and lift the Coupe Suzanne Lenglen.

Her previous Grand Slam triumph came at the 2023 US Open, where she also defeated Sabalenka in a three-set thriller. / Photo Roland Garros
Her previous Grand Slam triumph came at the 2023 US Open, where she also defeated Sabalenka in a three-set thriller. / Photo Roland Garros

Match Breakdown: Mental and Tactical Brilliance

The final began with Sabalenka surging to a 4-1 lead. Gauff, unfazed by the scoreboard, used her exceptional court coverage to extend rallies and draw errors. 

 

Though Sabalenka eventually took the first set in a nail-biting tiebreak, the tide quickly shifted.

 

In the second and third sets, Gauff elevated her game, reducing unforced errors and playing with controlled aggression. 

 

Sabalenka continued to hit powerful winners but struggled to maintain consistency. Gauff’s defense forced 40 more unforced errors from her opponent, a stat that turned the match in her favor.

Though Sabalenka eventually took the first set in a nail-biting tiebreak, the tide quickly shifted. / Photo Roland Garros
Though Sabalenka eventually took the first set in a nail-biting tiebreak, the tide quickly shifted. / Photo Roland Garros

At just 21 years old, Gauff became the youngest American to win the Roland Garros women’s final since Serena Williams in 2002. 

 

She is also the first American woman to win the French Open in a decade, ending a long drought since Serena’s 2015 victory.

 

Gauff now holds two Grand Slam titles and a 6-5 lead in her head-to-head rivalry with Sabalenka, including a 2-1 edge on clay and in major finals.

Rankings Impact and Prize Breakdown

With this monumental win, Gauff will rise to No. 2 in the WTA Race to the Finals and retain her career-high World No. 2 position. 

 

Her victory also earns her €2,550,000 and 2,000 WTA points, further solidifying her as a consistent force on tour.

 

Sabalenka, though falling to 3-3 in Grand Slam finals, retains her No. 1 status. 

 

Her runner-up prize of €1,275,000 and the respect she earned throughout the tournament affirm her elite standing.

 

A Historic Final Between No. 1 and No. 2

This Roland Garros women’s final marked the first Grand Slam final between the top two ranked players since the 2018 Australian Open. 

 

It was also the first time since 2013 that Roland Garros featured a No. 1 vs. No. 2 women’s final.

Sabalenka showed flashes of dominance early but struggled to handle Gauff’s relentless pace and adaptability as the match wore on. 

 

From the baseline to the net, every point was contested with grit and intelligence.

This Roland Garros women's final marked the first Grand Slam final between the top two ranked players since the 2018 Australian Open. / Photo Roland Garros
This Roland Garros women's final marked the first Grand Slam final between the top two ranked players since the 2018 Australian Open. / Photo Roland Garros

A Star on the Rise

Coco Gauff now stands at the forefront of women’s tennis, combining athletic brilliance with an evolving tactical maturity. 

 

With her dynamic blend of speed, precision, and mental steel, she continues to inspire a new generation of players. 

 

Her victory in Paris cements her place among the sport’s brightest stars.

Quick Questions and Answers

  • Who won the 2025 Roland Garros women final? Coco Gauff won in three sets against Aryna Sabalenka 6-7(5), 6-2, 6-4.
  • How many Grand Slam titles has Gauff won? She now has two—US Open 2023 and Roland Garros 2025.
  • What milestone was set by Coco Gauff when she won the 2025 Roland Garros? At just 21 years old, Gauff became the youngest American to win the Roland Garros women's final since Serena Williams in 2002.
  • What ranking will Gauff hold after the win? She will stay at World No. 2 in the WTA Rankings.

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