Sabalenka extends ‘olive branch’ to Gauff after French Open comments

28 Jun 2025 • 10:52 PM MYT
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  • Tennis stars Coco Gauff and Aryna Sabalenka have publicly dispelled rumors of animosity by dancing together at Wimbledon and sharing the moment on social media.
  • The pair, who recently contested the French Open final, posted videos of themselves grooving on Centre Court and lip-syncing outside the All England Club.
  • Gauff wrote: “the olive branch was extended and accepted! we’re good so you guys should be too.”
  • Their public display of camaraderie follows a controversial period after Gauff defeated Sabalenka in the French Open final three weeks prior.
  • Sabalenka had initially made critical comments about Gauff's win but later apologised, calling her remarks unprofessional.

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