WATCH: Coco Gauff's mom and dad embrace each other, jump with joy in adorable celebration after American conquers French Open

Coco Gauff's mother, Candi and father Corey, adorably rejoiced in their daughter's maiden French Open title win as she beat World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in a three-set thriller in the final. The American was an epitome of composure as she ousted the Belarusian.

The match started off with Sabalenka taking an early 7-6(5) lead. However, she gradually started playing some lofty shots, which loosened her grip on the match. This eventually allowed Gauff to square up the match and snatch her maiden Grand Slam victory with a score of 6-7(5), 6-2, 6-4 on the Paris clay. The Belarusian ended up making a whopping 70 unforced errors throughout the match and was shattered on her loss at the final of a Major for the second time this season.

Coco Gauff was floored in disbelief of her win as she exclaimed "oh my god" to herself after Sabalenka hit a return out of the line. Her parents, who have been a constant source of support for the tennis star, jumped in joy and embraced each other, celebrating the 21-year-old's title win.

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As Gauff lifted the prestigious Coupe de Suzanne Lenglen, she was overtaken by emotions while thanking her parents for always being by her side during her formative years and credited them for her win.

Coco Gauff thanks parents after remarkable French Open victory

Coco Gauff after her win at the French Open 2025 - Image Source: Getty

Coco Gauff took to the stage and ensured she thanked her parents and all of her family for being her support system as she won the coveted Roland Garros title for the first time in her career. With the win, she became the youngest American woman after Serena Williams to win the French Open since 2002.

At the post-match trophy ceremony, Gauff said:

“I’d like to thank my 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."

She even thanked her brothers, Codey and Cameron, for being an inspiration to her.

"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,” she added.

Coco Gauff's mother, Candi, had been spotted cheering for her in all of her matches at the tournament.

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