Victoria Mboko created an unforgettable scene in Montreal as she clinched a straight-sets victory over World No. 2 Coco Gauff, winning 6-1, 6-4 in just 62 minutes. The moment was not only significant for its athletic achievement, but also for the raw emotion that followed.
A Wave of Emotion
As the final point was played and the match concluded, Mboko immediately covered her face, overwhelmed by the magnitude of the win. The home crowd exploded in celebration, fully aware of the significance—Mboko had just secured the first top 10 victory of her career.
Connection at the Net
Following the handshake, Mboko and Gauff shared a heartfelt hug at the net. It was a gesture of respect between competitors, marking both the gravity of the moment and the mutual admiration they share. Mboko’s poise during the match had turned into visible awe and gratitude.
A Career-Changing Win
For the 18-year-old Canadian, this was more than just a milestone—it was the biggest moment of her young career. Against one of the sport’s leading stars, she demonstrated both technical brilliance and unshakable focus.
The Sky Is the Limit
Mboko’s journey is just beginning, but the victory in Montreal suggests she is on a fast track to tennis greatness. Her emotional response, her bond with the crowd, and her calm execution against a top-ranked opponent all signal that something special is unfolding. The energy surrounding her now feels electric—charged with the promise of what’s to come.
Victoria Mboko’s reaction after beating Coco Gauff in Montreal
She covers her face & her home crowd goes wild.
Great hug at the net
First top 10 win of her life
Biggest moment of her life
18 years old… the sky is the limit for this young lady 🇨🇦🥹
— The Tennis Letter (@TheTennisLetter) August 3, 2025
Mboko in Montreal, ranking, and results in 2025
Currently the world no.85 (career-high), Victoria has achieved a 50-9 win-loss record in 2025. The Canadian is now having a run in Montreal where she conquered the world no.79 Kimberly Birrell 7-5 6-3, the world no.27 Sofia Kenin 6-2 6-3, the world no.39 Marie Bouzkova 1-6 6-3 6-0 and the world no.2 Cori Gauff 6-1 6-4.
Victoria Mboko will fight against the world no.221 Clervie Ngounoue in the final. Their current record is 2-0 for Mboko.
The Canadian conquered 5 titles in 2025 in the W35 Le Lamentin, the Bourg, the W75 Rome, the W35 Manchester and the W75 Porto. Mboko was the finalist in the Parma.
Cori Gauff in 2025
Currently ranked no.2 (career-high), Gauff played her last match on the 2nd of August when she lost to world no.85 Victoria Mboko 6-1 6-4 in the 4th round in Montreal (draw).
During this season Coco owns a composed 33-11 record. The American conquered 2 titles in 2025 in Australia and French Open. Gauff reached the final in Madrid and Rome.
Victoria Mboko and Cori Gauff faced off only twice. Their current record is 1-1.
