Coco Gauff’s Heartwarming Gesture After French Open 2025 Victory
Moments after securing her first French Open title and second Grand Slam with a thrilling 6-7(5), 6-2, 6-4 comeback against Aryna Sabalenka on June 7, 2025, Coco Gauff displayed a touching act of kindness that captivated fans. Overwhelmed with emotion, the 21-year-old American, in tears as she collected the Coupe Suzanne Lenglen, strolled around Court Philippe-Chatrier parading her trophy. In a heartwarming gesture, Gauff invited the ball kids to take turns lifting the trophy, sharing her triumphant moment with them, as reported by Express.co.uk. This act of sportsmanship, highlighted by @BigChiefBuckeye on X, showcased Gauff’s compassionate spirit, earning cheers from the Roland Garros crowd.
Gauff’s emotional journey was evident throughout the ceremony. She shared a tearful embrace with her family, her parents Candi and Corey dancing euphorically in the stands, per BBC Sport. In her victory speech, Gauff praised Sabalenka, saying, “Aryna, you’re a fighter, you’re the world No. 1, and I know today was tough, but hopefully we’ll play again,” per Express.co.uk. Reflecting on her 2022 final loss to Iga Swiatek, Gauff noted, “I was going through dark thoughts then, but today I left it all out there,” per The Guardian. Her gesture with the ball kids underscored her humility, making her triumph a celebration of community and inspiration, especially for “Americans that look like me,” as she told The Guardian
