Coco Gauff secured a remarkable victory, winning the French Open Roland Garros title after previously finishing runner-up three years ago. The American tennis star showcased outstanding skill and determination in Paris to claim her second Grand Slam trophy.

Chris Evert Commends Coco Gauff’s Character and Talent Following French Open Triumph

In her role as a commentator for TNT Sports, tennis legend Chris Evert shared high praise for Gauff’s performance and personality after her victory at Roland Garros. Evert highlighted not only Gauff’s athletic abilities but also the strength of her character, attributing much of her grounded nature to the support of her family.

The only thing I have to say about Coco Gauff aside from the great tennis, the great tennis IQ and how smart she is, how wonderful an athlete she is, is that she is a wonderful person,

Evert remarked.

She continued to emphasize Gauff’s humility and social awareness, noting how the young star uses her voice for causes beyond tennis.

“She has amazing parents who really kept her feet on the ground and grounded her. She just handles stardom with such humility. I think more than just being a great tennis player, she is a great girl. She is so socially aware of everything that is going on in the world, it is not just her own little bubble. She really speaks out for things she believes in, she takes stands, she has a sense of humour, and she is just a wonderful person. That is my last statement.”

Gauff’s influence extends beyond her athletic achievements; her platform continues to grow as she gains recognition as one of the rising stars of women’s tennis.

Gauff’s Road to Victory and Rising Status Among WTA Greats

The American’s journey at the French Open saw her drop only one set before reaching the final, where she faced Aryna Sabalenka in a highly anticipated showdown between the world’s top two players. After losing a close first set in a tiebreak, Gauff bounced back strongly, leveling the match and eventually clinching the title 6-7, 6-2, 6-4.

This win marks Gauff’s second Grand Slam championship, placing her alongside Czech player Barbora Krejcikova as one of the few active athletes on the WTA Tour with multiple major titles. With Sabalenka holding three major wins, Gauff’s impressive form suggests she could challenge for more Grand Slams in the near future.

Looking Ahead: Can Coco Gauff Build on French Open Success at Wimbledon?

With Wimbledon fast approaching, Gauff will aim to carry her momentum from Roland Garros onto the grass courts of the All England Club. Historically, Wimbledon has been her most challenging Slam as she has yet to progress beyond the fourth round, which she reached in 2024 after losing to Emma Navarro.

Gauff’s breakthrough at Wimbledon came early in her career when she defeated Venus Williams in her first main draw match at SW19 as a 15-year-old, an event that thrust her into the global spotlight. Although she has not yet matched this initial success with deep runs in later editions, the potential for a future Wimbledon title remains strong.

Before Wimbledon, Gauff will compete in the Berlin WTA 500 tournament starting June 16. Last year, she reached the semi-finals but was stopped by eventual champion Jessica Pegula, a result she will be keen to surpass this season as she adapts to the grass surface.

This upcoming stretch of tournaments will be crucial for Gauff as she seeks to transform her French Open triumph into broader Grand Slam dominance.