Coco Gauff defeated top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka in a thrilling three-set showdown at the French Open on Saturday, landing the second Grand Slam title of her career.
The 21-year-old American sensation came from behind to conquer Sabalenka 6-7 (5), 6-2, 6-4, winning her first French Open and becoming the first American woman to win the tournament since Serena Williams claimed her third French Open title in 2015.
She also became the youngest winner of the French Open since Williams first won it in 2002. Following her victory at Roland Garros, many were interested in knowing how much she earned for her amazing feat.
CBS reported that Gauff will take home roughly $2.89 million while Sabalenka will earn around $1.5 million as the runner-up.
After her win on Saturday, Gauff raised the winners’ trophy aloft before kissing it several times. “First, I’d like to thank God for always keeping me in his corner,” Gauff said during the trophy ceremony. “I’m just happy to be here. A lot of hard knocks. It means a lot to be here. I’d also like to congratulate Aryna, you’re the No. 1 player in the world and it was a tough match.
“You deserve all the results you get and every time we play it’s such a tough match for me, so congratulations.”
Gauff did not forget to thank her parents. “You guys have done a lot for me, from washing my clothes to keeping me grounded and giving me the belief that I can do it. You guys probably believe in me more than I do myself. I really appreciate and love you guys. To my brothers at home, you’re the reason I do this. You inspire me more than you know. To all my family at home, thank you.”
Gauff, who was listed by Forbes as the highest-paid female athlete in 2024, was reportedly worth $35 million before Saturday’s French Open final.
Gauff’s success on and off the tennis court has made her one of the most marketable sports stars coming of age and already earning millions. Outside the playing field, Gauff has grossly pocketed millions of dollars through endorsements, appearance fees and other business interests.
She is now the seventh American woman to win Roland Garros in the Open Era and also the second straight American woman to win a major after Madison Keys also defeated Sabalenka in three sets to win the Australian Open, Forbes reported.
Her French Open win will pave the way for her to earn more money in the near future.
