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Sabalenka apologizes to Gauff for post-match comments after French Open
- Aryna Sabalenka lost to Coco Gauff 6-7, 6-2, 6-4 in the 2025 French Open final at Roland-Garros in June 2025.
- Sabalenka initially made unfavorable comments blaming her own errors for the loss and downplayed Gauff's performance, fueling backlash.
- She acknowledged that her emotions influenced her behavior, described her actions as entirely unprofessional, and has since reached out to Gauff to express her regret and convey her respect.
- Sabalenka admitted her previous remarks were highly unprofessional and expressed regret, mentioning that she became very emotional while stressing the importance of respecting her opponents.
- This experience taught Sabalenka the importance of handling emotions and respecting rivals, as she prepares for upcoming events like the Berlin Open.
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Sabalenka serves up apology to Gauff after French Open final comments
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka said she has apologized to Coco Gauff after dismissing the American’s maiden French Open triumph, adding that she regrets the comments she made about the 21-year-old after the final. Sabalenka had been poised for victory after claiming the opening set in a tiebreak, only to watch Gauff orchestrate a stunning 6-7 (5) 6-2 6-4 comeback to claim her second Grand Slam title. Sabalenka made 70 unforced errors in the final a…
Sabalenka Apologized to Coco Gauff for 'Unprofessional' Viral Comment At Roland-Garros
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka said she wrote an apology to Coco Gauff for what she called "completely unprofessional" comments made after losing to the 21-year-old in the final of the 2025 French Open.
Aryna Sabalenka had given herself much of the responsibility for defeating Roland-Garros in the final, withdrawing some credit to the winner Coco Gauff. In an interview published this Tuesday, June 17, she...
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