Sabalenka Apologizes to Gauff, Reflects on French Open Loss

Aryna Sabalenka, currently ranked as the world's top player, has expressed her regret for comments made following Coco Gauff's victory at the French Open. She admitted to apologizing to Gauff directly after the match. Sabalenka had initially downplayed Gauff's performance, attributing the loss to her own errors.

Sabalenka acknowledged that her remarks were unprofessional and driven by emotion. She emphasized that she is human and still learning, recognizing that everyone makes mistakes. She also noted the heightened scrutiny she faces as a professional athlete, leading to more severe criticism than others might experience.

Sabalenka clarified that she wanted to ensure Gauff knew she deserved the win and that she respected her. She admitted to being overly emotional during the press conference and not being proud of her behavior. Reflecting on the situation, Sabalenka stated that it took time to fully understand her actions and learn from them.

Following her loss in the French Open final, Sabalenka is now preparing for the grass court season. She will participate in the Berlin Open this week as part of her preparation for Wimbledon.