French Open Day 3 Recap: Kouamé's Triumph, Gauff's Mishap, and Sabalenka's Routine

Moïse Kouamé's Breakthrough

Moïse Kouamé's victory over Marin Čilić marked a significant moment in French tennis. At 17, he is the youngest male player born in 2009 to win a Grand Slam match. Kouamé's emotional win resonated with fans, especially after the withdrawal of Arthur Fils and Gaël Monfils' final French Open appearance. His next match is against Adolfo Daniel Vallejo.

Coco Gauff's Unusual Day

Coco Gauff's day began with a minor car accident, but she remained unfazed, securing a comfortable win. Gauff also revealed her strategy of storing rackets in a cooler to combat the Parisian heat, which affects ball speed and string tension. She will face Mayar Sherif in the next round.

Aryna Sabalenka's Consistency

Aryna Sabalenka's straight-sets victory was a familiar sight for her fans. Despite a shaky first set, she secured the win, maintaining her pattern of improving as the tournament progresses. Sabalenka mentioned feeling "100 percent" fit despite previous back issues. Her next opponent is Elsa Jacquemot.

Kouamé's Prize Money Puzzle

Moïse Kouamé's impressive performance at the French Open has raised questions about his ability to access his prize money. French law restricts minors from managing their assets, potentially affecting his winnings. Legal experts suggest the funds may be managed by his parents or placed in a special savings account until he turns 18. This also applies to his previous earnings from the Miami Open.

17-year-old Moïse Kouamé produced some defensive magic during his milestone win.

She will face Egyptian qualifier Mayar Sherif in the second round.

Sabalenka defeated Jéssica Bouzas Maneiro in straight sets.

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