Following her triumph at the French Open, Coco Gauff shared a surprising moment from her post-title celebrations—a direct message from Formula 1 legend Lewis Hamilton. The 21-year-old tennis star, who secured her second Grand Slam title at Roland Garros, expressed her excitement over receiving a heartfelt message from Hamilton.
During an interview, Gauff was asked about the most unexpected message she received after her victory. Without hesitation, she named the seven-time F1 world champion. “Probably Lewis Hamilton,” she said with a smile. “He DM’d me. I saw that actually this morning. And he sent a nice message saying he was so proud in the way that I handled everything too. That was pretty cool.”
Hamilton’s message was more than just a congratulatory note—it was recognition from one of the most accomplished athletes in the world, praising Gauff not only for her performance but also for the composure she displayed throughout the tournament.
Fans quickly reacted to the exchange, celebrating the connection between two global sports icons. Many admired the mutual respect between Gauff and Hamilton, highlighting how athletes across different disciplines continue to inspire one another.
Gauff’s victory at Roland Garros solidifies her place among tennis’s elite, and Hamilton’s message serves as another reminder of the impact she has beyond the sport. As she continues her journey, moments like these reinforce her growing influence in the world of athletics.
Cori Gauff in 2025
Currently ranked no.2 (career-high), Gauff played her last match on the 7th of June when she beat world no.1 Aryna Sabalenka 6-7(5) 6-2 6-4 in the final of the French Open to win her 11th career title.
This season Coco has a 31-8 win-loss record. Coco conquered 2 titles in 2025 in Australia and French Open. Gauff was the runner-up in Madrid and Rome.