Wimbledon 2025 just delivered another seismic shock — and this time, it’s not just about match points, but a personal war brewing between two of tennis’s biggest stars. After her stunning early-round exit at the hands of Dayana Yastremska, Coco Gauff is now pointing fingers — and the target of her frustration? None other than fellow star Aryna Sabalenka.
“She made me lose,” Coco reportedly said behind the scenes in what is now being described as a fiery and unfiltered clapback at Sabalenka. Though no cameras captured the moment, leaks from within Gauff’s camp have confirmed tensions between the two players had been simmering long before the tournament even began. Now, those tensions have erupted in what fans are calling the beginning of tennis’s next great rivalry.
But what really happened?
Sources say it started days before the match, when Aryna Sabalenka — known for her bold energy both on and off the court — posted a now-viral video of her and Coco Gauff dancing on Centre Court during a pre-match TikTok collaboration. It was lighthearted, fun… or so it seemed.
Many fans loved it. Others thought it was an odd move just days before a Grand Slam. Gauff, it turns out, was in the latter camp. Following her shocking loss, she allegedly told friends, “It distracted me. I was trying to stay focused, and she wanted content. That’s not me — not during a Slam.”
According to insiders, Gauff feels Sabalenka used the moment to get into her head — turning what should’ve been friendly fun into a mental trap. And now, after her defeat, Coco’s frustrations have boiled over. “She knew what she was doing,” Gauff reportedly added. “She made it about attention. That’s not tennis.”
Sabalenka has not officially responded to the accusations, but on her Instagram story, she posted a cryptic message shortly after the news broke: “If you’re distracted, that’s on you. I came to win.” Fans were quick to connect the dots — and just like that, the line was drawn.
Is this the start of a forever feud?
Many believe it is. Both women are powerhouses in their own right — young, fiery, and unapologetically competitive. Their chemistry was always complicated: respect mixed with rivalry. But this latest flare-up might be the moment that changes everything.
As social media lights up with opinions — from fans taking sides to former pros weighing in — one thing is clear: this isn’t just about Wimbledon anymore. It’s about pride, pressure, and personal lines being crossed.
In the world of tennis, rivalries like this don’t fade — they fester, they fuel, and they make history.
So, is this a forever fight? If Coco Gauff’s recent words are any sign, this is just the first serve. And Aryna Sabalenka? She’s not backing down anytime soon.