Gauff Ousted from French Open; Tatis Jr. Ends Long Power Drought
By TopHolding Editorial · Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Coco Gauff’s title defense ends in the third round with a three-set loss to Potapova, while Tatis Jr. snaps his homerless streak.
Anastasia Potapova pulled off a major upset at the French Open, defeating defending champion Coco Gauff in the third round. Potapova showcased resilience after losing the first set, eventually securing a 4-6, 7-6 (1), 6-4 victory. The loss ends Gauff’s hope for a repeat title in Paris and opens the draw for other top-seeded contenders.
Gauff’s exit highlights a tournament filled with aggressive play and shifting momentum. The American star struggled to find her rhythm in the final two sets as Potapova dictated play from the baseline. This victory marks one of the most significant wins for Potapova, who moves into the second week of the Grand Slam with significant momentum.
On the men's side and in other major leagues, the early summer schedule remains dense. While tennis takes center stage in France, North American sports are seeing significant milestones. In baseball, Fernando Tatis Jr. finally broke a 238 plate-appearance homerless streak, the longest of his career, signaling a potential return to form for the Padres star. In hockey, the Carolina Hurricanes moved forward in the playoffs with a decisive 4-2 win.