“Great win” – Coco Gauff, Bryan brothers & tennis world cheer on Leylah Fernandez after her impressive Citi DC Open triumph

Leylah Fernandez’s impressive triumph at the Citi DC Open has drawn widespread praise from the tennis world, with Coco Gauff, the Bryan brothers, and others celebrating her achievement. The Canadian star secured her fourth career WTA title and first WTA 500 trophy with a dominant 6-1, 6-2 victory over Anna Kalinskaya on July 27, 2025, in Washington, D.C., completing the win in just 1 hour and 9 minutes. This marked her first title of the 2025 season, a significant milestone following a challenging year, and made her the first Canadian woman to claim the Washington title.

Coco Gauff, the world No. 2, took to social media to commend Fernandez, posting “Great win!” alongside a congratulatory message, reflecting their mutual respect as rising stars. The Bryan brothers, Bob and Mike, legendary doubles specialists, also joined the chorus, praising Fernandez’s resilience and skill with a joint statement calling it “an incredible performance.” The tennis community echoed this sentiment, with fans and players alike highlighting her run, which included victories over top seed Jessica Pegula and Elena Rybakina, despite battling cramps in the quarter-finals and playing a grueling three-hour match the previous day. Fernandez’s post-match dedication of the trophy to her mother, sister, and fitness trainer for their unwavering support further resonated, adding an emotional layer to her success.

This win, achieved on the heels of a self-described “pretty sh*t” season, has positioned Fernandez as a contender heading into the National Bank Open in Montreal, starting today. Her ability to overcome nerves and deliver flawless tennis in the final has earned her admiration, with the tennis world’s cheers underscoring her potential to build on this momentum as the US Open approaches.