Coco Gauff and Aryna Sabalenka took to social media to demonstrate their camaraderie, sharing a lively dance on the Wimbledon court. The duo, who recently faced off in a high-stakes match at the French Open, posted the video on Instagram, accompanied by the upbeat track “Gonna Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now)” by C+C Music Factory.
“TikTok dances always had a way of bringing people together,” Sabalenka, 27, remarked in her post, highlighting the lighthearted nature of their interaction. Gauff, 21, followed up with a playful TikTok video where she lip-synced, “OK, guys, we’re back. Did you miss us? ’Cause we missed you.”
In her caption, Gauff emphasized the reconciliation, stating, “The olive branch was extended and accepted! We’re good so you guys should be too.” This cheerful exchange comes just weeks after Gauff triumphed over Sabalenka in the 2025 French Open final, a match that stirred some controversy.
Following the match, Sabalenka expressed her frustration in a press conference, labeling her own comments as “unprofessional.” She reflected on Gauff’s victory, suggesting it was more about her own mistakes than Gauff’s performance. “I think she won the match not because she played incredible, just because I made all of those mistakes,” she stated.
Sabalenka also described moments during the match as “magical,” implying that luck played a role in Gauff’s success. “It felt like a joke, honestly, like somebody from above was there laughing,” she said, indicating her disbelief at some of the outcomes on the court.
In a subsequent interview with EuroSport Germany on June 17, Sabalenka expressed regret over her earlier remarks. “I absolutely regret what I said back then,” she admitted. “We all make mistakes. I’m just a human being who’s still learning in life.” She later reached out to Gauff to apologize for her comments.
Sabalenka emphasized that she wanted Gauff to know she believed she deserved the win. “I never intended to attack her,” she clarified. “I was super emotional and not very smart at that press conference.” Reflecting on her behavior, she acknowledged the need for personal growth and understanding.
“I kept getting so emotional,” Sabalenka noted. “So I learned a lot. Above all, one thing: I’m the one who always treats my opponents with great respect, whether I win or lose.” This experience has prompted her to reassess her approach to competition and emotional management.
As both players move forward from their recent encounter, their dance serves as a reminder of sportsmanship and the bonds formed through competition.
