The final of Roland Garros Women was at a really high level. It was a very nervous competition, a fight with difficult conditions, raging wind. Coco Gouffs withstood the most difficult moments and hurricane attacks of Aryna Sabalenka. The American looked very good on the defensive, made much fewer mistakes (30 unforced at 70 Sabalenka) and won in three sets 6: 7 (5), 6: 2, 6: 4.
Gaufff turned to Sabalenka after the RG final
Coco Guff did not believe that she managed to triumph in Paris after such a fierce match with Sabalena. When she picked up the trophy, she spoke to the fans. She thanked for the support, not knowing where such sympathy for the viewers came from.
– I would like to thank the fans for your support. Losing in the previous final was very difficult for me. This result means a lot to me. You helped me a lot today. I don't know what I have deserved to be such a love of French supporters, I appreciate it very much. I didn't think I would succeed – Gauff said.
The American later turned to Sabalenka, who was difficult to reconcile with the defeat in the final. Once again, Gaufff won her title from the nose, just like in the US Open 2023. – Congratulations to you, Aryno. You are a real warrior. Every time we play, we play great battles. I know that many such matches are ahead of us – she said.
Next was another series of thanks on the website of Gauff. – I wanted to thank my staff, my family. You are fantastic people, you support me. I know I am difficult, sometimes too serious. Thank you all and everyone individually, without you I wouldn't be here. I really appreciate your work and your support. Thank you to my parents. It is thanks to you that I walk hard on the ground. You make sure that I work. You inspire me all your life. Thank you Amelie Mauresmo, the organizers and everyone involved in this tournament. I am always happy to come back here, this is a fantastic tournament – she continued.
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After the match, Guff gave a short interview in which she stated that it was a meeting far from the ideal in her performance, mainly due to specific conditions. But she knew she couldn't let go, she had to fight.
– I feel great. It was very hard. I don't think we both played phenomenally. But I knew I had to fight for every point. There was a lot of emotions, especially at the end, in the last game. I am very proud of myself that I was able to maintain concentration. I hope I get another trophy, but now I will enjoy this victory. I am happy – she concluded.
For Gaufff it was the second Grand Slam triumph in her career, the third time she played in the final. From 2021, he always reaches at least the quarter -finals in Paris.
Thanks to this win, Gauff will strengthen the vice -leader of the WTA ranking. Sabalenka will lose almost 2,500 points, but her advantage over Jessica Pegul will be 1600 points.