Fresh off her historic French Open victory, Coco Gauff has responded to Aryna Sabalenka’s controversial remarks, where the Belarusian implied that Iga Swiatek would have won the final had she not been eliminated in the semi-finals.
🔴 Key Highlights:
- Gauff defeated Sabalenka in a thrilling final with scores of 6-7 (5), 6-2, 6-4, securing her first French Open title and second Grand Slam after the 2023 US Open.
- Sabalenka, visibly frustrated, claimed that Swiatek would have won the final, overshadowing Gauff’s triumph.
- Gauff responded diplomatically, referencing her straight-sets victory over Swiatek at the Madrid Open, stating, “I don’t agree with that. I’m sitting here with the trophy.”.
- Sabalenka later clarified her comments, acknowledging Gauff’s resilience and stating, “She was the better player, and I want to give her the credit she deserves.”.
📢 Expert Reactions:
- Tennis analysts criticized Sabalenka’s remarks, calling them disrespectful to Gauff’s performance.
- Former world No. 1 Andy Roddick defended Sabalenka, stating that she was still classy in defeat despite her frustration.
⚠️ Strategic Impact:
- Gauff’s victory cements her status as a rising star, becoming the first American woman to win Roland Garros since Serena Williams in 2015.
- Sabalenka’s comments have sparked debate, highlighting the mental challenges of elite competition.
👉 What do you think? Was Sabalenka’s comment justified, or did Gauff prove her dominance? Drop your thoughts in the comments!
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