Coco Gauff responds to Aryna Sabalenka's French Open final ‘joke' comments
Coco Gauff won her first French Open title by defeating Aryna Sabalenka 6-7, 6-2, 6-4, despite difficult, windy conditions.
Sabalenka criticised her own performance, citing 70 unforced errors and calling it the "worst final I have ever played."
Sabalenka suggested that Iga Swiatek, who she defeated in the semi-finals, would have won the final and accused Gauff of hitting the ball off the frame, with lucky shots landing in. She said: 'It felt like a joke.'
Gauff responded to Sabalenka's comments, disagreeing with the assessment and highlighting her own victory over Swiatek in their previous match.
Gauff acknowledged the tough conditions and emphasised the importance of willpower and mental strength in securing the win.
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