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“Class and Clay: Iga Swiatek’s Heartfelt Message to Gauff and Alcaraz After French Open Magic”

As the 2025 French Open came to a dramatic close, Iga Swiatek took a moment to show grace in defeat, sharing a heartfelt tribute to new champions Coco Gauff and Carlos Alcaraz that deeply moved fans—and Gauff herself.
Swiatek, who entered Roland Garros chasing a historic fourth consecutive title, saw her dream cut short in the semifinals by Aryna Sabalenka in a tightly contested battle: 7-6(1), 4-6, 6-0. Sabalenka’s victory set up a high-stakes final against Coco Gauff, who ultimately clinched her first French Open crown with a gutsy 6-7(5), 6-2, 6-4 win.
Despite the heartbreak of missing out on history, Swiatek showed the poise of a champion. In a reflective Instagram post, she expressed gratitude for her journey in Paris and shared her excitement for the upcoming grass season.
What truly stood out, however, was her elegant gesture toward her peers. Swiatek gave a shoutout to both Gauff and Alcaraz, applauding their brilliant form throughout the tournament.