Coco Gauff says Trump’s election led to ‘down period’ in US following French Open victory

Coco Gauff says Trump’s election led to ‘down period’ in US following French Open victory

Tennis star claims to be 'definitely patriotic' after becoming first American since Serena Williams to win French Open

Coco Gauff poses with the trophy after winning the women’s singles final against Aryna Sabalenka at Roland Garros Stadium. (Susan Mullane-Imagn Images)

Coco Gauff plays a backhand against Aryna Sabalenka during the French Open on June 7, 2025, in Paris. (Adam Pretty/Getty Images)

"The crowd really helped me today," Coco Gauff said after defeating Aryna Sabalenka. (Susan Mullane-Imagn Images)