Coco Gauff Wins French Open Opener 6-4, 6-0 After Car Wreck En Route

13 articles · Updated · Fox News · May 26

Gauff said she was in a "mini car accident" on the way to Roland Garros before beating Taylor Townsend 6-4, 6-0 in the first round Tuesday.
The vehicle hit a pole and became undrivable, forcing Gauff to switch to a taxi to reach the Paris venue.
Her day stayed chaotic after she arrived: the match was moved up following another retirement, and her physio had to help free her dress just before she went on court.
The 2025 French Open champion still advanced comfortably and will face Egypt's Mayar Sherif on Thursday as she pursues a third Grand Slam title.

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